Mechanics: statics and dynamicsLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

You understand the nature of force.
You know how to combine forces into a resultant.
You can divide forces into components.
You can create a free-body diagram to solve equilibrium problems.
You can calculate the forces acting on components in mechanical systems.
You can use dynamics to calculate the forces of moving objects.

Content

How are problems solved with static and dynamic equations?
How do forces effect an object?
How are forces merged into a resultant?
How is the force equlibrium solved using a free-body diagram?
How is an object's center of gravity calculated?
How do forces act in different mechanical systems?
How the forces of a moving object solved?

Accomplishment methods

The student knows how to
Consistently use professional concepts
Look for information on key sources of information in the field
Outline task sets
Use key models, methods, software and techniques in your field