ENGN1217 Introduction to Mechanics
First Year Course
| Offered By | Dept Engineering |
|---|---|
| Academic Career | Undergraduate |
| Course Subject | Engineering |
| Offered in | Second Semester, 2009 and Second Semester, 2010 |
| Unit Value | 6 units |
| Course Description | This course introduces the fundamental principles in mechanics for application to various mechanical design problems. Structural design applications for a variety of problems are developed throughout the course through examples that elucidate the theory of mechanics. Modeling and design skills are developed through group project activities. The primary aim of this course is to provide a solid foundation for students in the field of mechanical/materials engineering. |
| Indicative Assessment |
Balsa bridge design exercise (20%); Problem sets (20%); Mid-semester Exam (15%); Final Exam (45%) |
| Areas of Interest | Engineering |
| Requisite Statement | PHYS1101 or PHYS1001 |
| Incompatibility | ENGN1221 |
| Recommended Courses | Students should be encouraged to take ENGN1218 Introduction to Electonics, concurrently |
| Preliminary Reading | None |
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