PHYS 1610 - Engineering Mechanics: Statics

Goals: To understand the static behavior of mechanical systems.

Content: Vector analysis, forces, free-body diagrams, equilibrium, rigid body constraints, stress and strain, friction, moments of inertia, and moments of forces.

Taught: Alternate years, Winter term.

Prerequisites: PHYS 1150 or PHYS 1230, and MATH 1180, or consent of instructor.

Credits: 4