CVE221 ENGINEERING MECHANICS I
| Course Code: | 3640221 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (3.00 - 0.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 5.0 |
| Department: | Civil Engineering |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Assist.Prof.Dr ALİ ŞAHİN TAŞLIGEDİK |
| Offered Semester: | Fall Semesters. |
Course Objectives
Having successfully completed this course, the student will be able to:
(1) Use vector operations for statics problems;
(2) Apply equilibrium equations to solve statics problems;
(3) Analyze statically determinate truss structures;
(4) Analyze statically determinate frame structures and machines;
(5) Construct internal force diagrams for statically determinate structures;
(6) Calculate the location of the centroid and calculate the moment of intertia for an area.
Course Content
Introduction to rigid body mechanics. Equivalent force systems: Concepts of moment, couple, resultant. Equilibrium: Free-body diagram; equations of equilibrium. Structural analysis: Trusses; beams. Shear force and bending moment diagrams by method of sections and by method of integration. Properties of surfaces: Area moment and centroid; moments and product of inertia; principal directions.
Course Learning Outcomes
Having successfully completed this course, the student will be able to:
(1) Use vector operations for statics problems;
(2) Apply equilibrium equations to solve statics problems;
(3) Analyze statically determinate truss structures;
(4) Analyze statically determinate frame structures and machines;
(5) Construct internal force diagrams for statically determinate structures;
(6) Calculate the location of the centroid and calculate the moment of intertia for an area.
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Level of Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 1 | An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering | ✔ | |||
| 2 | An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data | ✔ | |||
| 3 | An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs | ✔ | |||
| 4 | An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams | ✔ | |||
| 5 | An ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems | ✔ | |||
| 6 | An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility | ✔ | |||
| 7 | An ability to communicate effectively | ✔ | |||
| 8 | The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context | ✔ | |||
| 9 | Recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in life-long learning | ✔ | |||
| 10 | Knowledge on contemporary issues | ✔ | |||
| 11 | An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice | ✔ | |||
0: No Contribution 1: Little Contribution 2: Partial Contribution 3: Full Contribution