This course is designed for engineering students. It covers Newton's laws, kinematics, statics, and dynamics for particles and systems of particles, static and rotational equilibrium, analysis of structures, planar motion of rigid bodies, as well as Thermodynamics. The emphasis of this course will be on solving problems.
Prerequisites
Physics 1 (PHYS 1100) and Calculus 1 (MATH 1100), both with a minimum 'C-' grade.
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What you will learn
- Force Vectors (vector algebra, components)
- Equilibrium of a particle
- Force system resultants
- Moments (torque, cross-product, force-couples)
- Rigid Body Equilibrium (force+moment-balance, 6 equations)
- Structural analysis
- Internal forces
- Friction (sliding, static)
- Kinematics (v, a, t-, x-dependent, cylindrical coordinates)
- Kinetics (F=ma problems in various coordinates)
- Thermodynamics (Zeroth law and heat capacity; kinetic theory; first law of thermodynamics; heat engines)
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
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| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42375 |
January 4, 2027 to April 23, 2027 |
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Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.