ENGR 3122 / 002: Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics
Instructor: M. Sajjad Mayeed
Southern Polytechnic State University
ENGR 3122 / 002 - Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics
Course Syllabus – Fall 2013
Course Description
Study of the mechanics of particles and rigid bodies. Topics covered include: kinematics and
kinetics of particles; work and kinetic energy; impulse and momentum; rigid body motions;
relative motion; and moving coordinate systems.
Instructor:
M. Sajjad Mayeed, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Office: G170
Tel: 678-915-7835
Email Address: mmayeed@spsu.edu
Office Hours: Tue, Thurs: 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
other times (by appointment – Walk in)
Class Time and Location:
Lecture:
Mon, Wed: 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm
Room: Q 216
Textbook (Required):
Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics, Thirteenth Edition by R. C. Hibbeler
Publisher: Prentice Hall, Copyright Year: 2013
eText ISBN-10: 0-13-291128-0
eText ISBN-13: 978-0-13-291128-3
Print ISBN-10: 0-13-291127-2
Print ISBN-13: 978-0-13-291127-6
Prerequisite:
ENGR 2214, MATH 2254
Learning Outcomes:
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Work particle kinematics and kinetics problems in Cartesian, normal-tangential, and
cylindrical coordinates, applying calculus.
Analyze dependent motion of particles.
Apply the principle of work and energy to particles.
Apply the principle of conservation of momentum, and of impulse and momentum
to particles.
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Work kinematics problems of rigid bodies in planar motion, and use instantaneous
centers of zero velocity to solve velocity problems.
Solve problems involving impact of particles.
Find centroids and mass moments of inertia of rigid bodies using calculus, and apply
to problems involving planar kinetics of rigid bodies.
Course Outcome Measures and Assessment:
Measures and assessment of the outcomes will be made by:
1- Mini-tests, online quizzes and homework assignments.
2- Mid-term and Final exams.
3- Course and instructor evaluation at the end of the semester to provide student feedback
on the quality of the course and effectiveness of the instructor.
Grading:
Your grade in this course will be determined from your performance on online quizzes,
homework assignments, mini-tests, attendance and examinations.
Mini-tests (each 30 points), online
assignments (each 10 points)
Attendance
Mid-term Exam
Final Exam
quizzes (each quiz question 2 points) and homework
38%
5%
28%
29%
[90 - 100% = A, 80 - 89% = B 70 - 79% = C 60 - 69% = D Below 60% = F]
Homework assignments may be assigned after certain modules have been completed. The
format for the tests and the exams will be proctored and will be announced well before
each test and exam.
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 Late homework and reports will NOT be accepted for credit. Work turned in late
may be evaluated to provide you with feedback, but will not be graded / given
credit except in cases of documented emergency.
ADA/504 Compliance
Students with disabilities who believe that they may need accommodations in this class
are encouraged to contact the ATTIC counselor working with disabilities at (678) 9157361 as soon as possible to better ensure that such accommodations are implemented in a
timely fashion.
Homework Preparation Guideline:
 Homework must be submitted on engineering calculation sheets
 Homework must be bounded or stapled
 Show all your work for full credit! Write your name on every page. Present your
work neatly!
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Class Attendance Policy:
“ … The instructor may reduce the course grade of any student who fails to meet the
attendance requirements as set forth in the instructor’s attendance policy. Students
should understand they are responsible for all course material covered and that they are
responsible for the academic consequences of their absences.” (SPSU Student’s
handbook)
Class attendance policy
# of Absence
Point Deduction
0-3
0
More than 3
1.5 points per absence
Disruptive Behavior and Academic Dishonesty
A faculty member reserves the right to remove any student from his or her course if the
student’s behavior is of a disruptive nature or where there is evidence of academic
dishonesty. In instances of disruptive behavior and/or academic dishonesty, the faculty
member will discuss the circumstances with the student(s) before taking final action. In
the event the student cannot be reached, he/she will be given the grade of "Incomplete"
until such time as he/she can be reached. The student shall have the right of appeal of the
faculty member’s decision first to the faculty member’s department head and then to the
appropriate college or school dean and, if necessary, to the Vice President for Academic
Affairs. Removal of a student from a course under this provision will result in the faculty
member’s issuing a grade of "F". A grade of "F" issued under these circumstances shall
not be superseded by a voluntary withdrawal and will be included in the student’s
cumulative grade point average calculated for graduation purposes. (SPSU Student’s
Handbook)
Honor Code
SPSU has an Honor Code and a new procedure relating to when academic misconduct is
alleged. All students should be aware of them. Information about the Honor Code and
the misconduct procedure may be found at http://spsu.edu/honorcode/.
Important Dates
First Day of Class Fall 2013
End of Drop/Add
Labor Day Holiday
Engagement Reports Due
Mid-Term Grades Due
Withdrawal Day
Thanksgiving Holiday
Last Day of Class Fall 2013
Final Exams
Senior Grades Due Noon
All Grades Due 8AM
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
Monday, August 19, 2013
Monday, September 2, 2013
Wednesday, September 4, 2013
Monday, September 30, 2013
Thursday, October 3, 2013
Wed.-Friday, Nov. 27-29, 2013
Monday, December 2, 2013
Wed.-Tuesday, Dec. 4-10, 2013
Wednesday, December 11, 2013
Monday, December 16, 2013
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WEEK DATE
HW/QUIZ/EXAM
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CHAPTER
1
8/14
CH 12: (Sec. 1-3)
2
8/19
CH 12: (Sec. 4-5)
3
8/26
CH 12: (Sec. 6-7)
4
9/4
CH 12: (Sec. 7-8)
5
9/9
6
9/16
CH 13: (Sec. 1-6)
7
9/23
CH 14: (Sec. 1-4)
8
9/30
9
10/7
CH 15: (Sec. 1-3)
10
10/14
CH 15: (Sec. 1-4)
11
10/21
12
10/28
13
11/4
14
11/11
CH 16: (Sec. 6-7)
15
11/18
CH 17: (Sec. 1)
16
11/25
CH 17: (Sec. 2-3)
17
12/2
12/4-12/10
Mini-test 1
Mid-term Exam
Mini-test 2
CH 12: (Sec. 9-10)
CH 14: (Sec. 4-6)
CH 15: (Sec. 5-7)
CH 16: (Sec. 1-3)
Mini-test 3
CH 16: (Sec. 3-5)
Final Exam (Last Day of Class)
Final Exam Week
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