Dr. Jamie L. Turner
303-842-4554 / 281.312-1776 Email:Jamie.L.Turner@lonestar.edu
Prerequisites
Completion
of PHYS 2425 and MATH 2414 or concurrent enrollment in MATH 2414.
Credit Hours
3
credit hours
Course Description
Course Description
Basic
theory of engineering mechanics, using calculus, involving the description of
forces, moments, and couples acting on stationary engineering structures;
equilibrium in two and three dimensions; free-body diagrams; friction;
centroids; centers of gravity; and moments of inertia.
Required Materials
· Beer, Johnston, Mazurek. Statics:
Vector Mechanics for Engineers, any Edition, McGraw Hill
· Computer with access to internet, calculator, transparent ruler, good pencil and eraser
Learning Outcomes
Upon
completion of this course, making use of computer programs, homework, and exams, you will be able to:
1.
State the fundamental principles used in the study of
mechanics.
2.
Define magnitude and directions of forces and moments and
identify associated scalar and vector products.
3.
Draw free body diagrams for two- and three-dimensional force
systems.
4.
Solve problems using the equations of static equilibrium.
5.
Compute the moment of force about a specified point or line.
6.
Replace a system of forces by an equivalent simplified
system.
7.
Analyze the forces and couples acting on a variety of
objects.
8.
Determine unknown forces and couples acting on objects in
equilibrium.
9.
Analyze simple trusses using the method of joints or the
method of sections.
10.
Determine the location of the centroid and the center of mass
for a system of discrete particles and for objects of arbitrary shape.
11.
Analyze structures with a distributed load.
12.
Calculate moments of inertia for lines, areas, and volumes.
13.
Apply the parallel axis theorem to compute moments of inertia
for composite regions.
14.
Solve problems involving equilibrium of rigid bodies
subjected to a system of forces and moments that include friction.
15.
Solve problems involving dry sliding friction, including
problems with wedges and belts.
16. Demonstrate proficiency in using math to solve engineering problems.
17. Demonstrate computer literacy.
Topics
Vector analysis of
rigid bodes and systems of forces, statics of particles and rigid bodies,
distributed forces, centroids, and centers of gravity, structural analysis,
forces in beams and cables, friction, moments of inertia, truss and frame analysis, finite element
analysis, error propagation, modern marvels and mishaps, engineering analysis
and design process.
Evaluation
Grades
will be based on the following:
Quiz,
attendance, & class participation 10% - There will be short
pop quizzes at the beginning of some classes over reading assignments and previous
material covered in class. Coming late will probably result in
getting an F on that day’s quiz.
Homework and Labs 30% - Homework includes problems out of your book, computer projects, and other work as specified in class. These are generally individual assignments, however you are encouraged to work and study in groups. 10% will be taken off per day for work that is turned in late.
Exams: 60%: Exams will contain problems
similar to examples from class and HW problems, and are closed book and closed
notes. In order to get full credit, you
must show all of your work.
Total
points for the course 100%
Letter Grade Assignment
A (90% - 100%), B
(80% - 89%), C (70% - 79%), D (60% - 69%), F (Failed)
Makeup Exams
You
are expected to take all of your tests with the class at the scheduled times.
Make-ups are given at my discretion.
Syllabus Change
While
every attempt has been made to prepare this syllabus and class schedule in
final form, it will be the instructor's prerogative to make any changes as may
be deemed necessary in order to meet the learning outcomes of the course.
Advising
Dr.
Sharon Kenemore, Division Councilor, CLA201 J, 281-312-1574
Tutoring
Coordinator PAC 200, 281-312-1662
Math
Appointment Tutoring, PAC 200, 281-312-1439
DS
Math Tutoring Lab, CLA 215,
1314+
Math Tutoring Lab, PAC 204, 205, 208,
Campus Safety
LSC is committed to
maintaining the safety of the students, faculty, staff, and guests while
visiting any of our campuses. Seehttp://www.lonestar.edu/oem.htm for
details. Register at http://lonestar.edu/12803.htm to receive
emergency notifications. In the event of an emergency, contact LSCS
Police at 281-290-5911, or X5911.
Attendance Policy
Regular
and punctual attendance is extremely important for success in
engineering classes.
Withdraw Policy
If
you are having difficulty that might impact your ability to complete the
course, it is vital that you contact me to discuss your options. Never
attending or ceasing to attend class does not constitute a withdrawal or
drop. You remain registered until you file a drop/Withdrawal Form by
the appropriate deadline. The drop form requires the instructor’s
signature. Failure to act in a timely manner will result in a grade
of “F” for the course. It is the student’s responsibility to turn in
all Drop/withdrawal forms and follow up to make sure they were processed as
desired.
Academic Integrity
Academic Integrity
LSC will not tolerate cheating or plagiarism. Any student caught cheating or plagiarizing, or aiding another student in cheating or plagiarizing on a quiz or test, will receive a zero for that test or assignment. Students subject to penalty due to academic dishonesty have the right to appeal to the MEES Dean, Shelley Caraway, or Dr. Stephanie Doyen.
http://www.lonestar.edu/departments/studentservices/academic_integrity_brochure.pdf
Instructor-Initiated Drop
A student may be dropped form the class with an “F” for non-attendance, repeated disruptive behavior or for violations of academic integrity.
Computer Virus Protection
Computer
viruses are, unfortunately, a fact of life. Using the diskettes on more than
one computer creates the possibility of infecting computers and diskettes with
a computer virus. This exposes the computers of the campus, your personal
computer, and any others you may be using to potentially damaging viruses. The
campus has aggressive anti-virus procedures in place to protect its computers,
but cannot guarantee that a virus might not temporarily infect one of its
machines. It is your responsibility to protect all computers under your control
and use and ensure that each diskette you use, whenever or wherever you use it,
has been scanned with anti-virus software. Since new viruses arise continually,
your anti-virus software must be kept current. And, since no anti-virus
software will find every virus, keeping copies of data (backups) is extremely
important.
ADA Statement
LSC
is dedicated to providing the least restrictive environment for all
students. Any student with a verifiable learning or physical
disability who requires course modification must speak to the instructor in
private regarding the disability. A request for accommodation must
be made through the ADA Counselor, Ms. Coulson-Liebst at 281-312-1453, and
submitted to the instructor no later than the third day of class. See
Lone Star College catalog or go to http://www.lonestar.edu/disability-services.htm
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