PHYS 109 - Mechanics--Statics

Institution:

Valparaiso University

Subject:

Physics

Description:

(Also offered as GE 109.) A course in the resolution and composition of forces and moments as applied to the free body diagram. Topics include principles of equilibrium, first and second moments of areas, study of trusses, frames and machines, and friction. Prerequisites: MATH 131 and PHYS 141 or 151.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

(MATH-131 OR MATH-151) AND (PHYS-141 OR PHYS-151)

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

valpo.edu

Phone Number:

(219) 464-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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