ETEC 215 - Applied Statics

5.0 Credits
Study of forces acting on structures at rest: free body diagrams (FBDs), trusses, friction and related material, which may include hydrostatic pressures and loads, cables and arches. Prerequisite: Placement into MATH 090.

Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Explain and apply the principles of vector mechanics, vector algebra, and of representation of physical quantities by a vector notation. [REASON]
Explain the physical meaning of a force and a moment equilibrium. Draw a correct and complete FBD of forces and moments for a structure. [COMMUNICATE]
Explain and apply the method of joints and the method of sections for the analysis of trusses. [REASON]
Explain and apply the concept of friction on surfaces, calculate friction forces, and draw the proper FBD showing friction forces. [REASON]
Explain the difference between static and dynamic friction. Explain and apply the principles of internal forces in structures, and draw shear and moment diagrams for beams. [COMMUNICATE]

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