ME EN 204

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Dynamics

Mechanical Engineering Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering

Course Description

Concepts of dynamics applied to particles, systems of particles, rigid bodies, vibration systems, and nonrigid particle systems.

When Taught

Fall, Winter, Spring

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Kinematics of Particles

Learning Outcome

1. Understand the kinematics of particles and analyze rectilinear and curvilinear particle motion using appropriate coordinate systems.

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Newton's Laws of Motion

Learning Outcome

2. Understand and apply Newton's Laws to solve for the motion of particles and systems of particles in appropriate coordinate systems.

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Work and Energy

Learning Outcome

3. Apply the principles of Work and Energy to solve problems involving particles and systems of particles.

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Impulse and Momentum

Learning Outcome

4. Apply the principles of Impulse and Momentum to solve problems, including collisions of particles.

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Motion of Rigid Bodies

Learning Outcome

5. Determine the motion of rigid bodies in translation, rotation about a fixed axis, and general planar motion.

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Real-world Application

Learning Outcome

6. Apply the laws of dynamics to real-world engineering problems, and draw parallels with sprititual laws to bless your life and career.

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Technical Writing

Learning Outcome

7. Develop and write an effective methods section for a technical report.