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APSC 182 Applied Engineering Mechanics Units: 1.70
Identification, visualization and quantification of forces on elements and forces within statically determinate engineering structures and systems. Two- and three-dimensional force equilibrium of rigid bodies; force distribution within engineering systems like simple trusses, frames and machines; internal shear forces and bending moments in force carrying elements; and engineering stress and strain.
(Lec: 1.45, Lab: 0, Tut: 0.25)
(Lec: 1.45, Lab: 0, Tut: 0.25)
Offering Term: FW
CEAB Units:
Mathematics 0
Natural Sciences 0
Complementary Studies 0
Engineering Science 15
Engineering Design 5
Offering Faculty: Smith Engineering
Course Learning Outcomes:
- Draw free-body diagrams.
- Identify equations of equilibrium.
- Solve trusses.
- Calculate internal forces.
- Create shear force and bending moment diagrams.
- Solve a frame.
- Evaluate stresses and strains.
- Calculate displacements.