ENGR 211 - Statics

4 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):

MTH 112Z or higher-level math course, or designated placement, and

WR 115 or designated placement

WR 115Q as required

Corequisite(s): PH 211 , PH 211L and MTH 251Z

Course Description: Analyzes forces induced in structures and machines by various types of loading.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Draw a complete and correct free body diagram of an object.
CLO#2: Calculate resultant vectors from a system of forces and moments. (ILO: Quantitative Literacy and Reasoning)
CLO#3: Write and solve applicable equations of equilibrium for statically determinate objects.
CLO#4: Apply statics concepts to trusses, frames and machines, and calculation of internal forces.
CLO#5: Determine the centroid and moment of inertia for an arbitrary area.
CLO#6: Use common engineering program-solving methods.

ACTI Code and Course Type
100 Lower Division Collegiate

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (40) and a standard RCC delivery of (44) lecture hours per term, not to exceed (48) hours per term.