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Course Description Course Name : Engineering Mechanics I ( Statics ) Course Code : ME 154 Course Type : Compulsory Level of Course : First Cycle Year of Study : 1 Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks) ECTS : 5 Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. VEBİL YILDIRIM Learning Outcomes of the Course : Defines force Vectors (Scalars and Vectors), Vector Operations, Moment of a Force Defines the equilibrium of a rigid body Calculates the center of gravity Knows bonds and bond strengths Defines the static equilibrium of statically determinate systems Defines distributed Ioads and hydrostatic forces Knows the virtuel work and the concept of balance Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : Using Newton´s Laws, teaching the concept of moment and center of gravity, frictional forces, beam problems and solutions Course Contents : Principles of mechanics, dimensions, unit systems, idealization in mechanics. Vector operations. Moment of a force about a point and about an axis. Force couples. Equivalent force systems and special cases. Distributed forces: centroids and centers of gravity. Equilibrium, special cases of equilibrium. Mechanics of structural system: Trusses, frames, machines, cables. Frictional forces. Language of Instruction : English Work Place : Classroom   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Static of particles, equilibrium of particles, space system forces References Lecture, application 2 Static of particles, equilibrium of particles, space system forces References Lecture, application 3 Static of particles, equilibrium of particles, space system forces References Lecture, application 4 Static of particles, equilibrium of particles, space system forces References Lecture, application 5 Rigid bodies, equivalent force systems, equilibrium of rigid bodies References Lecture, application 6 Midterm Exam 7 Rigid bodies, equivalent force systems, equilibrium of rigid bodies References Lecture, application 8 Rigid bodies, equivalent force systems, equilibrium of rigid bodies References Lecture, application 9 Distributed loads, center of gravity, structural systems, beams and cables. References Lecture, application 10 Distributed loads, center of gravity, structural systems, Beams and cables. References Lecture, application 11 Distributed loads, center of gravity, structural systems, Beams and cables. References Lecture, application 12 Midterm Exam 13 Moments of inertia of areas and masses,friction, virtuel work. References Lecture, application 14 Moments of inertia of areas and masses,friction, virtuel work. References Lecture, application 15 Moments of inertia of areas and masses,friction, virtuel work. References Lecture, application 16/17 Final Exam   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Ferdinand Beer, Jr., E. Russell Johnston, Elliot Eisenberg, Phillip Cornwell, David Mazurek, Vector Mechanics for Engineers: Statics (SI Units), 8th edition, Mc Graw Hill,2003  Hibbeler, R.C Engineering Mechanics Statics SI 12th Edition, Pearson Prentice Hall, Singapore, 2009 Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 2 100     Homeworks/Projects/Others 0 0 Total 100 Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40   Final Assessments 100 Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60 Total 100   Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes # Key Learning Outcome Contribution* 1 Students gain a command of basic concepts, theories and principles in mechanical engineering 5 2 Student become equipped with the basic knowledge of math, science and engineering 5 3 Students are able to design and carry out experiments in the basic fields of mechanical engineering, and interpret the results and the data obtained from the experiments 5 4 Students become equipped with a variety of skills and knowledge regarding engineering techniques 5 5 Students are able to design a system, component or process in order to meet the needs of various engineering problems within technical, economic, environmental, manufacturability, and sustainability limits. 5 6 Students independently review and learn the applications in an enterprise, make a critical assessment of the problems faced with, formulate problems and propose solutions by selecting the proper technique 5 7 Students take initiative in identification, design, development and use of a product or production process. 5 8 Students become aware of the necessity of lifelong learning and continuously self-renew 5 9 Students use English effectively for technical or non-technical topics orally or in wirtten form. 4 10 Students become effective in using computer, computer-aided drafting, design, analysis, and presentation 4 11 Students have good communicatino skills with a tendency to work in teams, and are able to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team 5 12 Students become aware of the technical and ethical responsibilities, as well as being inquisitive and innovative 4 * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).   Student Workload - ECTS Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour) Course Related Works     Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 3 42 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 2 10 20     Final Exam 1 10 10 Total Workload: 114 Total Workload / 25 (h): 4.56 ECTS Credit: 5