EGR 240 - Solid Mechanics (Statics)

(3 CR.)

Covers basic concepts of mechanics, systems of forces and couples, equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies, and internal forces and analysis of structures. Also includes trusses, frames, machines and beams, distributed forces, friction, centroids, and moments of inertia. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Prerequisite(s): EGR 120, EGR 121 or EGR 122, MTH 263, and PHY 231.