RMET-216 Statics for Engineering Technology

This course provides an introduction to the analysis and design of structures and machines. Students learn to calculate unknown forces using the concept of equilibrium and free body diagrams and to calculate simple stresses and deflections for axially loaded members. Topics include forces, moments, free body diagrams, equilibrium, friction, stress, strain, and deflection. Examples are drawn from mechanical, manufacturing, and civil engineering technology.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

PHY-118 and MAT-145 or Placement into Math Level 3 or Higher

Lecture Contact Hours

2

Lab Contact Hours

3

Other Contact Hours

0

Department

• Science & Technology

Grading Scheme

• Letter

SUNY Gen Ed Credit

• No

Semesters Course Will Be Offered

• Fall

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Apply methods to resolve and predict resultant forces and moments acting on mechanical systems.
2. Formulate and verify equilibrium equations for rigid bodies and structures under various loading scenarios.
3. Analyze truss, frame, and machine systems to identify internal forces and evaluate support reactions.
4. Compute and interpret the center of gravity and moment of inertia for areas and structural cross-sections.