Course Summary
This course covers the principles of engineering mechanics and statics, providing a foundation for understanding forces and their effect on structures. Students will learn how to apply mathematical models to analyze and solve problems in engineering design and construction.Key Learning Points
- Learn the basic principles of engineering mechanics and statics
- Understand how to apply mathematical models to solve engineering problems
- Develop skills in analyzing structures and identifying forces
Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have
- USA: $70,000 - $120,000
- India: ₹300,000 - ₹1,500,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €40,000
- USA: $70,000 - $120,000
- India: ₹300,000 - ₹1,500,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €40,000
- USA: $60,000 - $100,000
- India: ₹250,000 - ₹1,200,000
- Spain: €22,000 - €35,000
- USA: $70,000 - $120,000
- India: ₹300,000 - ₹1,500,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €40,000
- USA: $60,000 - $100,000
- India: ₹250,000 - ₹1,200,000
- Spain: €22,000 - €35,000
- USA: $65,000 - $110,000
- India: ₹280,000 - ₹1,400,000
- Spain: €24,000 - €38,000
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Ability to analyze and solve engineering problems using mathematical models
- Understanding of forces and their effect on structures
- Skills in identifying and analyzing forces in structures
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- High school algebra and trigonometry
- Basic knowledge of physics and mechanics
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
- Video lectures
- Quizzes and assignments
Similar Courses
- Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics
- Mechanics of Materials I: Fundamentals of Stress and Strain and Axial Loading
- Introduction to Structural Engineering
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Daniel Kleppner
- David E. Goldberg
Related Books
Description
This course is an introduction to learning and applying the principles required to solve engineering mechanics problems. Concepts will be applied in this course from previous courses you have taken in basic math and physics. The course addresses the modeling and analysis of static equilibrium problems with an emphasis on real world engineering applications and problem solving.
Outline
- Forces and Particle Equilibrium
- Module 1: Course Introduction
- Module 2: Definition of a Force
- Module 3: Force Representation in 2D and Resultants
- Module 4: Force Representation in 3D
- Module 5: Particle Equilibrium
- Module 6: Systems of Particles Equilibrium
- Module 7: Solve a Particle Equilibrium Problem
- Syllabus
- PDF version of Solve a Particle Equilibrium Problem Powerpoint
- PDF version of Course Introduction Powerpoint
- PDF version of Definition of a Force Powerpoint
- Consent Form
- PDF version of Force Representation in 2D and Resultants Powepoints
- Module Materials: Force Representations in 2D and Resultants
- PDF version of Force Representation in 3D Powerpoint
- Module Materials: Force Representation in 3D
- Practice Problems
- Get More from Georgia Tech
- PDF version of Particle Equilibrium Powerpoint
- PDF version of Systems of Particles Equilibrium Powerpoint
- Solution to Quiz
- Forces and Particle Equilibrium
- Define and Calculate Moments
- Module 8: Definition of a Moment
- Module 9: Solve a 2D Moment Problem
- Module 10: Solve a 3D Moment Problem
- Module 11: Moment About a Line/Axis
- Module 12: Moment Due to a Couple
- PDF version of Definition of a Moment Powerpoint
- PDF version of Solve a 2D Moment Problem Powerpoint
- PDF version of Solve a 3D Moment Problem Powerpoint
- Module Materials: Solve a 3D Moment Problem
- PDF version of Moment About a Line/Axis Powerpoint
- PDF version of Moment Due to a Couple Powerpoint
- Module Materials: Moment Due to a Couple
- Practice Problems
- Earn a Georgia Tech Badge/Certificate/CEUs
- Solution to Quiz 2
- Define and Calculate Moments
- Equilibrium and Equivalence of Force Systems
- Module 13: 2D and 3D Equilibrium Equations
- Module 14: Conditions for Equivalent Equations
- Module 15: Solve an Equivalent Systems Problem
- Module 16: Single Force Resultants-Coplanar System
- Module 17: Single Force Resultants-Parallel Force Systems
- Module 18: Distributed Force Systems
- PDF version of 2D and 3D Equilibrium Equations Powerpoint
- PDF version of Conditions for Equivalent Equations Powerpoint
- PDF version of Solve an Equivalent Systems Problem Powerpoint
- PDF version of Single Force Resultants-Coplanar System Powerpoint
- PDF version of Single Force Resultants-Parallel Force Systems Powerpoint
- PDF version of Distributed Force Systems Powerpoint
- Practice Problems
- Solution to Quiz 3
- Equilibrium and Equivalence of Force Systems
- Free Body Diagrams and Equilibrium Analysis Techniques
- Module 19: Centroids
- Module 20: Method of Composite Parts I
- Module 21: Method of Composite Parts II
- Module 22: Resultant Force on Surfaces
- Module 23: Free Body Diagrams I
- Module 24: Free Body Diagrams II
- PDF version of Centroids Powerpoint
- PDF version of Method of Composite Parts I Powerpoint
- PDF version of Method of Composite Parts II Powerpoint
- PDF version of Resultant Force on Surfaces Powerpoint
- PDF version of Free Body Diagrams I Powerpoint
- PDF version of Free Body Diagrams II Powerpoint
- Module Materials: Free Body Diagrams II
- Practice Problems
- Solution to Quiz 4
- Free Body Diagrams and Equilibrium Analysis Techniques
- Application of Static Equilibrium Equations
- Module 25: Apply 2D Equilibrium Equations
- Module 26: Solve 2D Equilibrium Problems I
- Module 27: Solve 2D Equilibrium Problems II
- Module 28: Apply 3D Equilibrium Equations
- Module 29: Solve 3D Equilibrium Problems
- Module 30: Course Conclusion
- PDF version of Apply 2D Equilibrium Equations Powerpoint
- Module Materials: Apply 2D Equilibrium Problems
- PDF version of Solve 2D Equilibrium Problems I Powerpoint
- PDF version of Solve 2D Equilibrium Problems II Powerpoint
- PDF version of Apply 3D Equilibrium Equations Powerpoint
- PDF version of Solve 3D Equilibrium Problems
- Module Materials: Solve 3D Equilibrium Problems
- PDF version of course conclusion Powerpoint
- Practice Problems
- Where to go from here?
- Solution to Quiz 5
- Application of Static Equilibrium Equations
Summary of User Reviews
The Engineering Mechanics: Statics course on Coursera has received high praise from users for its comprehensive approach to teaching the subject. Many users found the course to be engaging and informative, and appreciated the quality of the instructional materials.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The course's comprehensive approach to teaching the subjectPros from User Reviews
- Engaging and informative course materials
- Quality of instruction is high
- Great for beginners and those with some prior knowledge
- Helpful community of learners and instructors
- Flexible pacing allows for individualized learning
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users reported technical difficulties with the online platform
- Course may be too basic for advanced learners
- No hands-on or practical application component
- Limited opportunities for interaction with instructors
- Some users found the course pacing to be too slow
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