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- Catalog Description
- 201 Statics. I, II, SS; 3 cr (P-I). Principles of
mechanics, force systems, equilibrium, structures,
distributed forces, moments of inertia of areas, and
friction. P: Math 221, Open to Fr.
- Course Prerequisite(s)
- Math 222 (or concurrent registration)
- Prerequisite knowledge and/or skills
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Students must bring analytical, mathematical skills to EMA 201, including problem-solving skills in analytical geometry, the ability to integrate and differentiate, and use and familiarity of transcendental and trigonometry functions.
- Textbook(s) and/or other required material
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Vector Mechanics for Engineers - Statics , by Beer, Johnston, & Eisenberg 8th edn.
- Course objectives
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Course Objectives: It is the instructor's intention to...
provide students with a thorough treatment of static analysis of structures, including: development of writing skills, and several design experiences.
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Course Outcomes: Students must have the ability to...
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analyze a structure for support reactions and internal forces.
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idealize practical problems by mathematical models.
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design simple structures and systems.
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communicate effectively via written reports.
- Topics covered
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Vectors
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Particle equilibrium
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Equivalent force systems
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Rigid body equilibrium
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Structural analysis
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Machine analysis
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Centroids, distributed load systems, fluid pressure
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Area and mass moments of inertia
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Friction
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Internal forces
- Class/laboratory schedule
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EMA 201 meets three times per week for conventional 50 minute lectures. Students also meet once per week in their small discussion sections.
- Contribution of course to meeting the professional component
- This course contributes primarily to the students' knowledge of engineering topics, and does provide design experience.
The following statement indicates which of the following considerations are included in this course: economic, environmental, ethical, political, societal, health and safety, manufacturability, sustainability.
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EMA 201 is one of the first analytical engineering courses students take. The focus of the course is problem-solving, and there is only indirect exposure to supplementary ABET topics (economic, environmental, etc) included in the course.
- Relationship of course to undergraduate degree program objectives and outcomes
- This course serves students in a variety of engineering majors. The information below describes how the course contributes to the college's educational objectives.
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The coursework in EMA 201 includes several design experiences. These individual design assignments are required to be presented in the form of a professional, written report. With respect to college program objectives, the course is structured to assist in equipping students in problem-solving and communication, including the experience of need-driven design experience.
- Assessment of student progress toward course objectives
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Numerous graded homework assignments
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Three midterm and one final exam
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Three design homework assignments, each including a written report
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