Introduction to applied mechanics. Forces, moments, couples, and resultants; vector algebra; construction of free body diagrams; equilibrium in 2- and 3- dimensions; analysis of frames, machines, trusses and beams; distributed forces; friction.
Prerequisites: Math 2B, or Math 3B, or AP Calculus AB with a score of 5, or AP Calculus BCwith a score of 3 or better; and Physics 7A, or Physics 1.