Plane statics, free body diagram, trusses, frames, friction. Statics in space. Beams and cables. Second moments of areas. The aim is to provide a solid grounding in the basic principles of mechanics while introducing students to the art of problem solving.
Emphasis is placed on the mechanics of structures, such as frames and mechanisms.
See how mathematics is used to model reality and watch vector calculus in action. This course is a prerequisite for Math 361. Statics of particles. Equivalent force systems with reference to rigid bodies. Equilibrium of rigid bodies.