ENGR& 215 - Dynamics

• Calculate solutions to dynamics problems using both kinematics and kinetics approaches. Solutions to these problems require analysis of the underlying physics associated with the following topics:  a) dependent motion, b) relative motion, c) free body diagrams, d) Newton’s laws of motion, e) work, energy and power, f) linear impulse and momentum, g) angular impulse and momentum, and h) moment of inertia.
• Evaluate systems to determine if a particle or rigid body assumption is appropriate, and demonstrate an understanding of the implication of these assumptions when solving dynamic systems.
• Evaluate problems to determine how the choice of coordinate systems affects the ease of solution.  Calculate solutions to both rectilinear and curvilinear motion problems using Cartesian, normal/tangential or cylindrical coordinate systems, as appropriate.
• Evaluate whether a dynamics concept involves scalar or vector quantities, and communicate the solution using correct vector notation.
• Use effective techniques to define problems, gather information, analyze data, perform critical evaluations, implement solutions and communicate the results.
• Use appropriate mathematical, sketching and modeling skills to describe concepts and systems.
• Apply the engineering design process to a group project and present the results using current technology.