ENGINEERING MECHANICS I LAB
This is the first course in a two-semester sequence designed to introduce students to fundamental theoretical principles and analysis of mechanics of continuous media, including solids and fluids. Concepts and topics to be covered in this course include conservation laws, static and dynamic behavior of rigid bodies, analysis of machines and frames, internal forces, centroids, moment of inertia, vibrations and an introduction to stress and strain. Prerequisite: PHY 117, MTH 112 (or the equivalent) or permission of the instructor. Required laboratory taken once a week.