1. Draw free body diagrams of particles. [a1]
2. Analyze vectors (vector algebra). [a1]
3. Express forces in 3-D space. [a4]
4. Apply equilibrium conditions to particles. [a1,a4]
5. Draw free body diagrams of rigid bodies. [a1]
6. Apply vector algebra to rigid bodies. [a4]
7. Analyze rigid bodies for moments, couples, etc. [e, a4]
8. Apply equilibrium conditions to rigid bodies [a1, a4]
9. Determine centroids of lines, areas, and volumes. [a4]
10. Analyze structures-trusses, frames and machines. [e, a4]
11. Calculate friction forces. [a4]
12. Calculate moments and product of inertia. [a4]
Note: The letters within the brackets indicate the general program outcomes of mechanical engineering. See: ME Program Outcomes.