Georgia Institute of Technology
Applications in Engineering Mechanics
Georgia Institute of Technology

Applications in Engineering Mechanics

Taught in English

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3 weeks at 5 hours a week
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There are 5 modules in this course

In this section, students will learn the applications of the equations of static equilibrium to interacting bodies or parts of a structure. Students will learn about systems containing multi-force members, frames, and machines.

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5 videos13 readings1 quiz

In the section students will learn about Truss structures, specifically method of joints, method of sections, and zero force members.

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5 videos11 readings1 quiz

In this section students will learn about space trusses and will be introduced to shear force and bending moment diagrams.

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7 videos11 readings1 quiz

In this section, students will learn about cable support systems, specifically concentrated loads and suspension loads.

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5 videos8 readings1 quiz

In this section students will learn about coulomb friction and belt friction.

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8 videos12 readings1 quiz

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4.8 (173 ratings)
Dr. Wayne Whiteman, PE
Georgia Institute of Technology
12 Courses399,661 learners

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