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Spring 2011-2012
MAE 206 (QR)   na, npdf

Introduction to Engineering Dynamics

N. Jeremy Kasdin

Formulation and solution of equations governing the dynamic behavior of engineering systems. Fundamental principles of Newtonian mechanics. Two and three dimensional kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies. Motion relative to moving reference frames. Impulse-momentum and work-energy relations. Free and forced vibrations of mechanical systems. Introduction to dynamic analysis of mechanical devices and systems.

Sample reading list:
Course Packet,

Reading/Writing assignments:
Weekly problem sets and reading assignments.

Requirements/Grading:
Mid Term Exam - 25%
Take Home Final Exam - 40%
Quizzes - 10%
Problem set(s) - 25%

Other Requirements:
Course is required for concentrators
Not Open to Freshmen.

Prerequisites and Restrictions:
MAT 201 and PHY 103 and MAE 223 or CEE 205. Freshmen may take the course with the instructor's permission..

Schedule/Classroom assignment:

Class numberSectionTimeDaysRoomEnrollmentStatus
42659 L01 11:00 am - 12:20 pm T Th   Engineering Quad D-Wing   D221   Enrolled:46 Limit:60
P01 7:30 pm - 8:20 pm T   Engineering Quad D-Wing   D221   Enrolled:0 Limit:55
P02 7:30 pm - 8:20 pm Th   Engineering Quad D-Wing   D221   Enrolled:0 Limit:55