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Mechanics of Solids (which is also commonly called Mechanics of Materials) General topics: Stresses, strains, and deformations in structural members and machine elements; combined stresses; stress transformation. Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to: • Demonstrate ability to calculate the reactions and the internal force components for all statically determinate systems. (Statics) • Describe the relationships between force, stress, strain, and displacement. • Identify equations of equilibrium and stress-strain laws. Apply these equations to elements under axial, torsional, or flexural loading. • Calculate reactions, internal force resultants, and deformations in statically indeterminate structures subjected to axial or torsional loadings using equations of compatibility. • Calculate stress transformations using classical equations and the Mohr’s Circle method for linear elastic members subjected to plane stress. • Calculate principal stresses in structural members subjected to plane stress. • Demonstrate written problem-solving skills in a clear manner consistent with the standard of practice in the engineering profession.
CIVE 260 (Engineering Mechanics- Statics)
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Jordan Jarrett is a Teaching Assistant Professor in the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department at Colorado State University (CSU). Dr. Jarrett received her B.S. and M.S. degrees in Civil Engineering from CSU and then earned her Ph.D. at Virginia Tech. Prior to joining CSU, she worked as a structural engineering consultant for nearly 7 years. Her consulting experience focused on the design of steel and concrete structures subjected to high seismicity or extreme wind climates, including high-rise towers up to 1,000 feet tall. Dr. Jarrett combines her practical experience and love of teaching to create classroom environments tailored to preparing students for their future careers and inspiring them to be lifelong learners. She is passionate about making engineering more inclusive and innovative.