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GE 201

Course Description: 
Force systems; vector analysis, moments and couples in 2D and 3D. Equilibrium of force systems. Analysis of structures; plan trusses and frames. Distributed force system; centroids and composite bodies. Area moments of inertia. Analysis of beams. Friction. 3(3,1, 0)
 Prerequisite MATH 106 and MATH 107,  
Prerequisite by Topics:

1. Knowledge of mathematics and physics.
2. Understanding calculus including, integration and matrices.
3. Determining the area properties of various cross sections.

 Course Learning Objectives
Students completing this course successfully will be able to:

1. Analyze 2D/3D force system and find moment at any point in a 2D and/or 3D structure,
2.  Use equilibrium equations to analyze 2D engineering problems,
3.  Draw free body diagrams of truss, beam, and frame structures,
4.  Determine forces in truss structures using various methods.
5. Find the centroids and the area moment of inertias of cross sections with various geometries  and composite bodies,
6. Determine shear force and moment diagrams for simple determinate beams under various loading,
7. Analyze and solve frictional problems.

  Topics Covered

1. Introduction (1 hr)
2.  Force Systems: 2D and 3D (12 hr)
3.  Equilibrium, system isolation (5 hr)
4.  Analysis of trusses and frames (8 hr)
5.  Distribution of forces, centroids and composite bodies (5 hr)
6. Area moment of inertias (5 hr)
7. Shear force and moment for beams (4 hr)
8. Friction (2 hr)

 Class/ tutorial Schedule
Class is held three times per week in 50-minute lecture sessions.There is also a 50-minute weekly tutorial associated with this course. 
 Contribution of Course to Meeting the Professional Component
Students learn the analysis process to be involved in designing various engineering components used in professional engineering. 
 Relationship of Course to Program Outcomes

1.  Students apply algebra, elementary calculus, and engineering science
2. Students are able to identify and formulate an engineering problem and to develop a solution.
3.   Students recognize the importance of analysis in designing various engineering components.
4.   Students are encouraged to submit accurate analysis in an efficient and professional way.
5.  Students recognize the importance of reading and understanding technical contents in English in order to achieve life–long learning and be able to carryout their responsibilities.
6.  Students recognize the importance of working in multidisciplinary teams.

 Textbook(s) and/or Other Required Material

Engineering Mechanics, Volume 1, Statics (6th edition) by J. L. Meriam and L. G. Kraige

 Grade Distribution

• Mid-term Exam                                35%
• Lecture Quiz and Attendance             5%
• Tutorial & Homework                        10%
• Final Exam                                      50%

 Class Quiz:

Quizzes will be conducted from time to time in both lecture and tutorial classes. Tutorial marks will be based on quiz, homework and attendance.