For more information, contact John Stewart, 619-6760. Individualized instruction and project is assigned to the student in the appropriate subject as assigned by the instructor. Gives student an opportunity to work through a project that is practical and meaningful to the occupation for which they are preparing. Is also used for co-op learning. Each student will meet with the instructor to establish a schedule.
Practical problems develop an understanding of principles.
Internal stresses and deformation of elastic bodies resulting from external forces. Tables of properties of engineering materials are used. Analysis of simple and combined stresses relative to the properties of the materials to meet functional requirements. Drawing may be done using the drafting board, although use of the CAD system is recommended. This course is offered on an open entry flexible schedule.