Principle of virtual work. A scientific calculator is needed. If you like to think in pictures, but you have a hard time with concepts too abstract, then this course might be the ideal gateway to mathematics. It exercises all the trigonometry and algebra you learned. Students who already are familiar with vectors from Math 232 or 251 are at an advantage.
Assignments are from the text.
Teamwork is permitted. A few axioms lead to many conclusions via clean, clear reasoning. Here the text might cause confusion by using two conventions. In Library, find our text under TA 350.B3552. Students should be aware that they have certain rights to confidentiality concerning the return of course papers and the posting of marks.