master the principles and applications of bodies in static equilibrium
Statics is a branch of mechanics that deals with the effects of loads (forces and moments) on bodies at rest or not experiencing an acceleration. When the body is under acceleration, the study is called dynamics. Mechanics is a science that deals with the effects of loads on bodies in general. Statics is foundational to the understanding of other mechanics courses such as dynamics, mechanics of materials, fluid mechanics, and mechanics of machines.
Why is this course unique? The course is unique because it emphasizes building intuition to grasp the concepts. The course has a focus of demystifying concepts that freshman engineering students find hard to grasp. Hands-on exercises are a great way to learn what has been covered. Videos are great to grasp the concepts quickly but they are not enough. The real learning happens when you get your hands "dirty". I would highly recommend that all exercises or quizzes be completed and not skipped. "I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand." (attributed to Confucius).
Recommended textbook: Most experts would agree that the pedagogical approach in the classic textbook "Engineering Mechanics Statics' by Meriam is outstanding! This book is not necessarily required for this course but would be a great extra to have.
Illustrate and animate statics principles using Geogebra
Perform operations on vectors and vector products such as dot, cross and triple products
Calculate force components; resultants; equivalent systems; moments of forces and couples both in 2D and 3D
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I am a mechanical engineer with 20+ years in industry and academia. In industry I have designed and commissioned several mechanical and electro-mechanical systems in a wide range of industries: mine winding systems; mine rock crushers; water reticulation; water and fire-tube boilers, including all their heat exchangers.In academia, I have lectured and developed curriculum in a wide range of courses,...
Great course! The lecturer takes you by the hand with really intuitive explanations of mechanics principles. The quizzes are a great learning resource that build mastery. I will definitely be signing up for future courses. Highly recommended if you need to master statics!!!
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Michael N.
This course was very in-depth and had enough supporting material and animations. Definitely helped me understand engineer mechanics better.