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Mechanics 1

Course Code :
MEC 121
Level :
Undergraduate
Course Hours :
2.00 Hours
Department :
Faculty of Engineering & Technology

Instructor information :

Area of Study :

Know and understand vector Algebra in two and three dimensions.  Apply vector mechanics to solve and analyze static problems.  Identify the reaction supports and draw the free body diagram.  Solve practical engineering applications in static involving the equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies under general force systems.

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Telephone: 16383 (16FUE)
E-mail: [email protected]

Mechanics 1

Applications on space vectors, Resultant of forces, Moment of a force, Equivalent couples, Equivalent systems, Equations of equilibrium of a rigid body, Types of supports, Equilibrium of plane systems (Trusses and frames), Equilibrium of space systems acting on rigid bodies, The mass center of a system of particles and laminas of different shapes, The mass moment of inertia of system of particles and laminas.

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Telephone: 16383 (16FUE)
E-mail: [email protected]

Mechanics 1

Course outcomes:

a. Knowledge and Understanding:

1-	Recognize vector and scalar quantities in statics.
2-	Explain vector analysis operations.
3-	Describe equilibrium engineering conditions for particles and rigid bodies.
4-	Identify proper reactions of supports of rigid bodies in static equilibrium.
5-	Define the difference between trusses and frames.

b. Intellectual Skills:

1-	Solve static equilibrium problems.
2-	Think logically and creatively in applying conditions of equilibrium.

c. Professional and Practical Skills:

1-	Applying the concepts of transferring force in engineering mechanics.
2-	Make drawings and free-body diagrams to solve equilibrium problems .

d. General and Transferable Skills:

1-	Effectively manage tasks, time, and resources.
2-	Communicate effectively

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Telephone: 16383 (16FUE)
E-mail: [email protected]

Mechanics 1

Course topics and contents:

Topic	No. of hours	Lecture	Tutorial/Practical
Applications on space vectors	4	1	1
Resultant of forces	4	1	1
Moment of a force, Equivalent couples	4	1	1
Equivalent couples,	4	1	1
Equivalent system	4	1	1
Equations of equilibrium of a rigid body	4	1	1
Types of supports	4	1	1
Equilibrium of plane systems(Trusses and frames)	4	1	1
Equilibrium of space systems acting on rigid bodies	4	1	1
Frames	4	1	1
Trusses	4	1	1
The mass center of a system of particles	4	1	1
The mass center of laminas of different shapes	4	1	1
The mass moment of inertia of system of particles	4	1	1
The mass moment of inertia of system of laminas	4	1	1

For further information :

Telephone: 16383 (16FUE)
E-mail: [email protected]

Mechanics 1

Teaching And Learning Methodologies:

Teaching and learning methods
Interactive Lecturing
Discussion
Problem solving

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Telephone: 16383 (16FUE)
E-mail: [email protected]

Mechanics 1

Course Assessment :

Methods of assessment	Relative weight %	Assess What
• Final Exam	40.00
Mid- Exam 1I	25.00	- Oral discussion to asses the ability of following the lecture.
Mid- Exam I	15.00	- Oral discussion to asses the ability of following the lecture.
Performance	10.00
Quizzes+Assignment	10.00	- Oral discussion to asses the ability of following the lecture.