MECH 120 - Mechanisms

3 credits

The study of motion, velocity, and the acceleration of basic machine components. The course deals with design and strength of the machine parts and the appropriate formulas used to determine critical dimensions. Laboratory work covers graphical solutions to kinematic problems.

Class Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Prerequisites: MATH 135 College Algebra with Trigonometry, PHYSC 101 Technical Physics 1 - Mechanics (and Lab), MECH 113 Engineering Drawing I, and MECH 162 CAD 1.
Offered spring semester.