STCS 242 - Structural Statics

Description
This course provides foundation skills in the analysis and design of structural and mechanical systems. Students will analyze structures containing simple coplanar force systems using the concepts of static equilibrium, force components, moments, free body diagrams and centroids. Students will also determine the support reactions for statically determinate beams and in two-dimensional pin-connected systems, such as frames and trusses.

1.5 Credits

Time Guidelines
The standard instructional time for the day-time course offering is 75 hours. Continuing Education and Distance Education hours will vary.