Mechanics I: Statics

4 credits

Statics of particles and rigid bodies in two and three dimensions using vector representation; free body diagrams; analysis of trusses, frames, and machines; internal forces; shear force and bending moment diagrams; equilibrium problems with friction; introduction to moment of inertia. Students will not receive credit for both SE 101A and SE 101AR. Prerequisites: MATH 20C or MATH 31BH and PHYS 2A or PHYS 2AR.