Course details
This course introduces the basics for the design and analysis of many types of structures and mechanical devices encountered in engineering. Topics include trigonometry, vector analysis, forces, moments, free body diagrams (FBD) and equilibrium, applied to the analysis of frames, trusses, machines, cable-pulley systems and systems with friction.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
4.0
Cost
$683.15
Course offerings
Spring/Summer 2023
Below is one offering of MECH 1141 for the Spring/Summer 2023 term.
CRN 66962
Duration
Mon Jun 12 - Wed Aug 23 (11 weeks)
- 11 weeks
- CRN 66962
- $683.15
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 12 - Aug 23 | Mon, Wed | 18:30 - 21:30 | Online |
Instructor
Tayfun Aydin
Course outline
Credits
4
Cost
$683.15
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
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No class July 3rd (in lieu of Canada Day) and August 7th (B.C. Day). Please note: The delivery format for this course changed from in-person/in-class to ONLINE DELIVERY for the Spring/Summer term. This is an instructor-led online course. Upon registration, please visit the Learning Hub (learn.bcit.ca) for further information regarding course material(s). Please purchase any required course material such as textbooks prior to the first class - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/ Note: BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a part-time studies course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current.
Status
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Solve problems in engineering mechanics using Imperial and Metric Units. [1]
- Describe standard engineering practices as applied to engineering mechanics. [1]
- Add vectors by graphical, vector component, and trigonometric methods. [1]
- Construct free body diagrams. [1]
- Calculate reaction forces and moments on rigid bodies. [1, 2]
- Calculate forces on cable pulley systems. [1, 2]
- Calculate internal forces in trusses. [1, 2]
- Calculate internal forces in frames. [1, 2]
- Determine frictional forces. [1, 2]
- Calculate area properties (centroids and moments of inertia). [1]
Effective as of Fall 2018
Related Programs
Statics (MECH 1141) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Energy
- Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering Full-time
- Mechanical Engineering Technology (Mechanical Design Option)
Diploma Full-time
- Mechanical Engineering Technology (Mechanical Manufacturing Option)
Diploma Full-time
- Mechanical Engineering Technology (Mechanical Systems Option)
Diploma Full-time
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