Statics w/ Lab (ENME 2510)

Prerequisites

PHYS 1211, MATH 1952

Course Overview & Objectives

Statics is the study of forces acting on particles and rigid bodies at rest. Through this course, you will  learn the fundamentals of applying equilibrium methods to static analysis of structures and develop the necessary critical thinking skills for solving problems in this area.

Topics covered in this course include:

•    resolution and composition of force vectors

•    force systems acting on particles and rigid bodies in static equilibrium

•    internal force systems (shear force and bending moment) in beams

•    friction

•    centroids and moments of inertia

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

•    use static equilibrium methods to analyze force systems applied to particles, rigid bodies, and structures

•    analyze internal forces of static structures

•    develop the critical thinking skills necessary to formulate appropriate approaches to problem solving

Textbook

Required

Beer FB, Johnston ER, Mazurek DF. (2024) Vector Mechanics for Engineers – Statics and Dynamics. McGraw-Hill; ISBN: 978-1265709587 (McGraw Hill Connect subscription required). Online access to the textbook is available   via the address below and a paper copy can be purchased through Connect at a discount price:

https://connect.mheducation.com/class/r-horenstein-fall-2024

Additional resources (optional)

•    Baker DW, Haynes W. Engineering Statics: Open & Interactive. Available online (free):

https://engineeringstatics.org

•    Hibbeler, RC. Engineering Mechanics: Statics. 14th  ed. ISBN-13 9780133918922

Skills Testing (Mastery Quizzes)

This course will follow a Mastery Based Learning (MBL) course structure. Mastery quizzes will be administered in class on Wednesdays starting Week 2 of the quarter. Quizzes will be graded as either “ mastery met” or “ mastery not yet met.” There is no partial credit on mastery quizzes. If you receive a “ mastery not yet met” on your first attempt to pass a skill, don’t fret! You have multiple attempts to pass each skill. Additional skills testing policies are as follows:

•    Quizzes are closed-book and closed-note.

•    To support an equitable testing environment, only FE-approved calculators are allowed. Please note that spare calculators will not be available. A list of FE approved calculators can be found on the NCEES website. If you aren’t sure which calculator to purchase, I (Dr. H) prefer the Texas Instruments TI-30XIIS Scientific Calculator (Amazon purchase link).

•    Ensure devices with the ability to connect to the internet are not within reach during quizzes. You may not use your cellphone, computer, tablet, or other electronic device as a calculator.

•    There are no make-up quizzes – you can always retest the following week! We will discuss these policies in more depth on the first day of class.

Final Exam

The scheduled final exam time will be used as a final opportunity to retest any skills you still need to master.

Practice Problems

Practice problems are due on Tuesdays at 11:59pm starting Week 1 of the quarter. Starting Week 2, practice problems will be assigned through McGraw Hill Connect. You are encouraged to work with friends/classmates on the problems! Learn from each other as you work through the problems. The DU Honor Code applies for copying/cheating. The GTAs (Carter, Brendan, Zahra) and I (Dr. H) are available to answer questions during office hours, coaching sessions, or by appointment.

Participation

This course will utilize multiple means for participation. Participation assignments (e.g., online surveys, in-class assignments, interactive readings) are required and will contribute to your final course grade. Participation assignment deadlines are variable and will be announced in class.

Late Work Policy

Late work (practice problems and participation) will encounter a 10% score reduction per 24 hours late. In the case of extenuating circumstances, please contact Dr. H directly to request accommodations.

Grading

Final course grades will be calculated using a Mastery-Based Learning (MBL) course structure as follows:

Grade Adjustments may be made to your grade as follows:

• Practice Problems – There will be a 1/3rd  letter grade deduction for an average practice problem set grade below 85%.

• Participation – There will be a 1/3rd  letter grade deduction for an average participation grade below 85%.