APPLIED MECHANICS

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This course covers the equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies. Internal forces in structures such as trusses frames and machines are determined. Axial, torsional, bending and transverse stresses in beams and other structures are calculated. Stress transformation is discussed. Topics such as thermal deformation, statically indeterminate structures, Mohr's circle and buckling are also covered. Four laboratory experiments are used to complement the theoretical learning. Prerequisites: PHYS1250 and MATH1850 or MATH1877 (4 credits) spring