Course Summary
Learn the fundamental concepts of engineering mechanics and how to apply them to solve real-world problems in statics.Key Learning Points
- Understand the principles of equilibrium and free-body diagrams
- Apply statics principles to solve problems in engineering and physics
- Learn how to analyze trusses, frames, and machines
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Apply the principles of equilibrium and free-body diagrams to solve problems in statics
- Analyze trusses, frames, and machines using statics principles
- Develop problem-solving skills for real-world engineering and physics problems
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of physics and calculus
- Familiarity with vectors
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online self-paced course
- Video lectures
- Quizzes and assignments
Similar Courses
- Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics
- Mechanics of Materials I: Fundamentals of Stress & Strain and Axial Loading
- Introduction to Mechanics, Part 1
Related Education Paths
- Mechanical Engineering Certification
- Structural Engineering Certification
- Aerospace Engineering Certification
Notable People in This Field
- Stephen Timoshenko
- Isaac Newton
Related Books
Description
This course applies principles learned in my course “Introduction to Engineering Mechanics” to analyze real world engineering structures. You will need to have mastered the engineering fundamentals from that class in order to be successful in this course offering. This course addresses the modeling and analysis of static equilibrium problems with an emphasis on real world engineering systems and problem solving.
Outline
- Applications of the Equations of Static Equilibrium to Interacting Bodies or Parts of a Structure; Systems Containing Multi-force Members; Frames and Machines
- Course Introduction and Topics
- Module 2: Equilibrium Equations – Review from the course “Introduction to Engineering Mechanics”
- Module 3: 2-Force Members and Multi-force Members; Introduction to Frames and Machines
- Module 4: Frame Structures
- Module 5: Machine Structures
- Syllabus
- Consent Form
- Pdf Version of Course Introduction and Topics
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- Pdf Version of Module 2: Equilibrium Equations – Review from the course “Introduction to Engineering Mechanics” Lecture
- Pdf Version of Module 3: 2-Force Members and Multi-force Members; Introduction to Frames and Machines Lecture
- Worksheet Solutions: 2-Force Members and Multi-force Members; Introduction to Frames and Machines
- Pdf Version of Module 4: Frame Structures Lecture
- Worksheet Solutions: Frame Structures
- Pdf Version of Module 5: Machine Structures Lecture
- Worksheet Solutions: Machine Structures
- Practice Problems
- Solution of Quiz 1
- Applications of the Equations of Static Equilibrium to Interacting Bodies or Parts of a Structure; Systems Containing Multi-force Members; Frames and Machines
- Plane Trusses
- Module 6: Introduction - Truss Structures
- Module 7: Truss Structures - Method of Joints
- Module 8: Truss Structures - Method of Sections
- Module 9: Truss Structures - Method of Sections (cont.)
- Module 10: Truss Structures - Zero Force Members
- Pdf Version of Module 6: Introduction - Truss Structures Lecture
- Pdf Version of Module 7: Truss Structures - Method of Joints Lecture
- Worksheet Solutions: Truss Structures - Method of Joints
- Pdf Version of Module 8: Truss Structures - Method of Sections Lecture
- Pdf Version of Module 9: Truss Structures - Method of Sections (cont.) Lecture
- Worksheet Solutions: Truss Structures - Method of Sections
- Pdf Version of Module 10: Truss Structures - Zero Force Members Lecture
- Worksheet Solutions: Truss Structures - Zero Force Members
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- Practice Problems
- Solution of Quiz 2
- Plane Trusses
- Space Trusses; Shear Force and Bending Moment Diagrams
- Module 11: Space Trusses
- Module 12: Space Trusses (cont.)
- Module 13: Space Trusses (cont.)
- Module 14: Introduction – Shear Force and Bending Moment Diagrams
- Module 15: Shear Force Diagrams
- Module 16: Bending Moment Diagrams
- Module 17: Shear Force and Bending Moment Diagrams – Examples
- Pdf Version of Module 11: Space Trusses Lecture
- Pdf Version of Module 12: Space Trusses (cont.) Lecture
- Pdf Version of Module 13: Space Trusses (cont.) Lecture
- Worksheet Solutions: Space Trusses
- Pdf Version of Module 14: Introduction – Shear Force and Bending Moment Diagrams Lecture
- Pdf Version of Module 15: Shear Force Diagrams Lecture
- Pdf Version of Module 16: Bending Moment Diagrams Lecture
- Pdf Version of Module 17: Shear Force and Bending Moment Diagrams – Examples Lecture
- Worksheet Solutions: Shear Force and Bending Moment Diagrams - Examples
- Practice Problems
- Solution of Quiz 3
- Space Trusses; Shear Force and Bending Moment Diagrams
- Cable Support Systems
- Module 18: Introduction – Cable Support Systems
- Module 19: Cable Support Systems - Concentrated Loads
- Module 20: Cable Support Systems - Concentrated Loads (cont.)
- Module 21: Cable Support Systems - Concentrated Loads (cont.)
- Module 22: Cable Support Systems – Suspension Loads
- Pdf Version of Module 18: Introduction – Cable Support Systems Lecture
- Pdf Vresion of Module 19: Cable Support Systems - Concentrated Loads Lecture
- Pdf Version of Module 20: Cable Support Systems - Concentrated Loads (cont.) Lecture
- Pdf Version of Module 21: Cable Support Systems - Concentrated Loads (cont.) Lecture
- Worksheet Solutions: Cable Support Systems - Suspension Loads
- Pdf Version of Module 22: Cable Support Systems – Suspension Loads Lecture
- Practice Problems
- Solution of Quiz 4
- Cable Support Systems
- Coulomb Friction and Belt Friction
- Module 23: Introduction – Coulomb Friction
- Module 24: Coulomb Friction (cont.)
- Module 25: Coulomb Friction (cont.)
- Module 26: Coulomb Friction (cont.)
- Module 27: Coulomb Friction (cont.)
- Module 28: Belt Friction
- Module 29: Belt Friction - Examples
- Module 30: Course Wrap-up
- Pdf Version of Module 23: Introduction – Coulomb Friction Lecture
- Pdf Version of Module 24: Coulomb Friction (cont.) Lecture
- Worksheet Solutions: Coulomb Friction
- Pdf Version of Module 25: Coulomb Friction (cont.) Lecture
- Pdf Version of Module 26: Coulomb Friction (cont.) Lecture
- Pdf Version of Module 27: Coulomb Friction (cont.) Lecture
- Pdf Version of Module 28: Belt Friction Lecture
- Pdf Version of Module 29: Belt Friction - Examples Lecture
- Where to go from here?
- Pdf Version of Module 30: Course Wrap-up Lecture
- Practice Problems
- Solution of Quiz 5
- Coulomb Friction and Belt Friction
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The course's content is praised for being comprehensive and easy to follow.Pros from User Reviews
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