Course Syllabus

METC 340 Fall 2023 - Statics Syllabus.pdf

METC 340 – Statics
Department of Mechanical Engineering & Technology 
Eastern Washington University, Fall Quarter 2023

Instructor         Ryan Kelley        
Office:         CEB 345            
Office hours:         M-Th 11 - 12 & Th 1-2    
E-mail:         rkelley7@ewu.edu        

Lecture         MTWRF 10:00 – 10:50, CEB 104

Course Description
A study of applied mechanics and the principles of statics dealing with forces and with the effects of forces acting upon rigid bodies at rest.

Prerequisites:
Physics 131 (or Physics 151) and Math 142 (or Math 161)

Required Texts
Applied Mechanics for Engineering Technology, 8th ed., Walker                
Notes and other sources as posted on Canvas

Course Objectives
Provide a clear and thorough understanding of the theory and applications of statics. The following chapters will be covered:
1.    Definitions of Units, Unit systems and basic terms.
2.    Problem solving methodology, Numerical accuracy and significant figures.
3.    Equilibrium of a Particle.
4.    Force Vectors.
5.    Forces, Vectors, and Resultants.
6.    Vector addition.
7.    Moments and couples.
8.    Static Equilibrium and Free-body diagrams.
9.    Method of Joints, Sections and Members in solving Structures.
10.    Internal Forces.
11.    Friction
12.    Centroids and Center of Gravity.
13.    Moment of Inertia, Mass Moment of Inertia, and radius of gyration.

Learning Objective and Corresponding Mapping to ABET ETAC Criteria 1:
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1.    Solving engineering technology problems dealing with basic trig functions (lengths, angles, and triangles) and mathematical equations (Criteria b)
2.    Solving engineering technology problems dealing with force vectors and resultants (Criteria b)
3.    Define, distinguish and solve engineering technology problems dealing with moments and couples (Criteria b)
4.    Understanding the concept of equilibrium to solve engineering technology problems of statics (Criteria b)
5.    Solving engineering technology problems dealing with truss members (Criteria a, b, and f)
6.    Solving engineering technology problems dealing with three-dimensional equilibrium (Criteria b)
7.    Understand the concept to calculate the centroid of complex bodies (Criteria b)
8.    Understand the concept of moment of inertia and solving associated engineering technology problems (Criteria b)

Evaluation/Grading
30% Homework 
15% Quizzes
            30% Exams (2)
            25% Final Exam
            
            
    
Class Policies
•    Students are encouraged to take advantage of office hours and in-class work sessions to address any questions or concerns they may have. Students are welcome to email, phone, or stop by my office during office hours, with an appointment, or whenever my office door is open.
•    I do not allow make-ups for exams or quizzes without prior approval of the instructor. In case of emergencies one exam or quiz can be excused but not the final exam. 
•    Punctuality is extremely important. It is very disrupting for students to come late and/or leave early. Make sure you arrive before the start of the class or inform the instructors when this is not possible. 
•    Cell phone and laptops must be used respectfully, or you will be asked to leave. Phones and computers can be very valuable tools, but they must be used appropriately. It is very distracting to me and to nearby students if you are playing on the internet or doing work from other classes. 
Canvas
The use of Canvas is mandatory for this class. The Canvas site for this class is METC 340 -01 Statics. I use Canvas for all communication and most assignments. I will post a notice of any class cancellation or other pertinent changes to Canvas. I suggest you set your canvas notifications to send you announcements immediately so you don’t miss anything last minute.

Attendance
•    Missing class will have negative impact on your understanding. Based on department policy excessive absence will result in a failing grade. If you miss 12 classes, you will receive an F for the entire course, irrespective of your course performances.

Homework 
The Homework Assignments are designed to prepare you for the Tests. 10 problems will be assigned every week that must be worked out in detail on Green Engineering Paper. A zero will be earned for sloppy, incomplete, poorly organized, bad spelling and grammar, heavily erased/crossed out, etc. submissions even if the correct answer is provided. The following sections are required for these assignments.
•    Course & Instructor, Assignment, Your Name, Date
•    Problem statement in your words
•    Labelled sketch of the problem
•    List of what is known unless it is very obvious from the sketch
•    List of what is to be found. This can be labelled on the sketch, but must also be listed.
•    List of key steps used to solve the problem.
•    Solution to the problem showing all work besides elementary algebra. Make sure to include the units with all numeric values. Put a box around the values so they are easy to find and check against the list of what is to be found.
•    Page number in the upper right corner of every page
•    Stapled in the upper left corner

Late Assignments:
Assignments are due at the start of class on the assigned day. Late assignments will typically not be accepted, except for emergencies, as solutions will be reviewed after the due date. 

How Much Time Does this Class Require?
As per the guidelines for Eastern Washington University, for each credit hour spent in a lecture-discussion setting in the classroom, per week, requires 2-hours of additional time. This is a 5-credit-hour lecture class, and you can expect to put in up to 10-hours per week outside of the classroom on the reading and assignments.

Covid Absence:
If you will be absent due to COVID 19, whether you have tested positive or are required to quarantine due to exposure, you must support your absence by forwarding the email you receive from the Counseling and Wellness team to your instructor. The email will indicate how long you must be away from in-person classes. If you are out due to a home test and do not have an email from the Counseling and Wellness Team, you must report your COVID case on campus and the Counseling and Wellness Team will provide you with needed documentation to forward to your instructor. If you do not provide such documentation to support a COVID absence, then your absence is not considered excused due to COVID. 

Academic Integrity:  Any student who attempts to gain an unfair advantage over other students by violating the Academic Integrity policy may be reported to the university and may receive a sanction up to and including XF for the course, suspension, or expulsion from the university. This policy is on the EWU web site. https://sites.ewu.edu/policies/policies-and-procedures/wac-172-90-student-academicintegrity-3/ 

Emergency Information: Campus-wide emergency response procedures can be found here: https://access.ewu.edu/police/comprehensive-emergency-management-plan/emergencyresponse 

DSS ACCOMMODATIONS: Your ability to succeed in this class is important to me. If you already have an accommodation plan through Disability Support Services (DSS), please let me know as soon as possible if you would like to use your approved accommodations in this class. If you do not have an accommodation plan, but have a temporary health condition or permanent disability that may require an accommodation, please contact DSS at dss@ewu.edu or 509-359-6871. You can also visit their website at: https://inside.ewu.edu/dss/. Please contact me at least two (2) business days in advance of any assignments where you require accommodation so I can make the appropriate arrangements. 

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