Course Syllabus

ENGR 2010: Statics | Online

Learning Activities

Learning Activity Flow

Learning activity flow is directed by a module that corresponds to each week.  The module, entitled Module X Overview, for week X may be accessed from the home page.  For example, click on Module 1 and the activities for week one a given.  Generally, each module activity contains:

• Reading assignment,
• MyLab and Mastering Tutorials and Video Solutions Assignment,
• Animated PowerPoint Examples following the homework guidelines and format requirements,
• Quizzes covering the key principles that must be successfully completed before homework may be submitted.  Multiple attempts are allowed.
• Homework assignments that are used to apply the key principles.
• Self-reflection learning assessments to help increase the effectiveness of your learning.

Mastery Learning Summary (Reference--Mastery Learning Summary)

Mastery learning focuses on mastering the course material and learning how to learn.  A summary is provided to help you develop your learning strategies.It is important that you understand that you are ultimately responsible and accountable for your learning.  I am responsible and accountable for facilitating your mastery learning by providing a supporting structured learning environment, clear and relevant  learning materials, and coaching to resolve issues of understanding  and applying the key concepts and principles.

Assignment Completion Quizzes (Reference—ENGR 2010 Learning Strategies): 

Mastery learning requires that mastery of the current topic before studying the following topic is permitted.  Accordingly, you may take the quiz for each topic multiple times until your score is 100%.   Go back to the text and lecture material to review and understand the points missed in the quiz.

Weekly Learning Reflections (Reference—ENGR 2010 Learning Strategies):

Mastery learning requires reflection on the efficiency and effectiveness of your assignment completion process.  Following the submission of your homework (after scoring 100% on the quiz), submit a weekly learning reflection.

Mastery Learning Reflections (Reference—ENGR 2010 Learning Strategies):

Mastery learning requires mastery of the learning process.  Following each exam, a mastery learning reflection assignment will be required.

MasteryEngineering (Reference--ENGR 2010 Learning Strategies) 

MasteryEngineering is a primary learning resource.  Access it from the MyLab and Mastering link on the left side of the Home Page. 

MDSolids

MDSolids is an engineering statics and strength of materials learning tool and is required for the course.  It is available  through the Canvas Home Page Navigation Pane and online. 

To use it through Canvas, click on the MDSolids link in the Home Page Navigation Pane.  You will be prompted to install the Citrix Receiver when you log in if it’s not already installed.  To install, follow the instructions below.  Your User Name is your A-number and your password is your USU password.

For online use without logging into Canvas, download and install the Citrix Receiver here: receiver.citrix.com.  To use MDSolids online, log onto apps.usu.edu (Note:  type in the address bar, not the search bar!) to setup and use MDSolids.  Your User Name is your A-number and your password is your USU password.

You have the option of purchasing a student version to install on your own computer for $30 at www.//mdsolids.com.  The student version doesn't have the save features that the online or Canvas versions have.

Homework

Homework will be assigned for each course topic and submitted electronically no later than midnight Sunday of the week it was assigned.  As noted in the 2010 Learning Strategies, homework may not be submitted until the course topic quiz score is 100%. 

• Each problem assignment is worth 10 points per problem times the number of problems.  The 10 points per problem represents points for each rubric element.  For example, if an assignment has five problems, then, the assignment is worth 50 points.
• Late homework will not be accepted under any circumstances.  To take into consideration illness, travel, weddings, funerals, births, sporting events, and good powder days, full credit will be a week’s worth of problems. 
• Homework is either accepted or rejected.  There is no partial credit.  Homework must be compliant with the homework format requirements and accurate to be accepted.  Homework problems will be evaluated based upon compliance with the standard format, the logic and clarity of the solution procedure, and accuracy of the solution.  Final answers must be presented correctly to 3 significant figures. Intermediate answers must be correctly presented to four significant figures.  If the homework is both compliant with the homework format and is accurate, it will be accepted and 10 points per problem points will be added to the homework score. All homework will be evaluated for compliance with the homework format requirements using the Problem Solving Rubric.  
• The homework score for each assignment will be the total number of points achieved on the assignment. 
• The final homework score will be the ratio of the total homework score achieved to the maximum number of points possible less one week's problem total.  The basis for the score is the total number of points less one week's of problems points as indicated above.
• Work each homework problem on a separate page following the standard format of the homework guidelines and format specified in the Problem Solving Process document that can be found in Module 1.
• Homework calculations may be done using Excel, by hand, or by other software such as MDSolids.  In all cases, the units must be shown along with the numerical results.  All steps in developing the required symbolic expressions must be shown clearly and logically.
• Use EF-2 engineering paper for homework.  It is green in color with dark grid on the back side that can seen from the front side.  It can be purchased at the book store, an office supply store, or on Amazon.
• Combine all work sheets into a single file.  Maintain the identity of each problem.  If MDSolids is used, then, save the appropriate solutions as screen shots (or .dat files as instructed) and attach the files to the problem solution.

Extra Credit (Reference ENGR 2010 Learning Strategies):

If a score of 100% is made on any Assignment Completion quiz on the first or second attempt, then, the option exists to get up to 100% of the value of homework problems you grade as extra homework credit.. To earn the extra credit, you must anonymously grade and provide acceptable (clear, correct, and complete) feedback on a classmate’s homework using the homework grading rubric The intent is to enhance your learning and your classmates learning.  If you qualify, contact the TA.  You will be given homework to grade.

Credit will be given based on the feedback's:

• Correctness
• Clarity
• Helpfulness to the student's learning.

Base your feedback on the homework rubric and assess how well the solutions comply with the homework guidelines and format requirements.

 

Team Learning and Class Participation (Reference ENGR 2010 Learning Strategies):

The learning process is enhanced when you study with others.  You will be assigned to a study team/study buddy.

The purpose of study buddy groups is to provide a forum that offers the capability to ask for and receive help on homework or understanding of the principles of mechanics of materials.  Using conferencing, you can chat verbally (head phones are strongly suggested to avoid an echo, particularly when there are more than 2 on the conference) or with text and ask and receive information.  You can share screens so homework or other materials, such as an MDSolids screen, can be displayed.  In short, you can receive all the benefits of a face-face study group.  Research has shown that study buddies increase learning efficiency and effectiveness

Similarly, class participation is an important learning activity.Class participation will be evaluated on a curve using the class participation metrics in both Canvas and Piazza and on study buddy activities to assess the level of participation and by the instructor on the quality and relevance of the participation.  Completing four quizzes on spatial abilities to support education research is part of class participation.

Solution Manuals:

Many students have access to homework solution manuals.  Learning to solve engineering problems is very similar to learning to solve puzzles.  By relying upon a solution manual in working daily homework you will not develop the problem solving skills that you will need on exams and as an engineer.  Regular use of the solution manual is strongly discouraged!

Exams:

1. Four mid-term exams will be given.  The exam will cover the topics assigned between exams.  A time limit will be established for each exam.
2. The final exam will be comprehensive.  A time limit will be established.
3. All exams will have a quiz component and an exam problem component.  The problem component will be graded based on correctness of the answers and compliance with the homework guidelines and format.  Up to 50% of the exam points per problem may be deducted even if all the answers are correct if the homework guidelines and format aren’t followed when problems are solved.
4. The exams shall be proctored.
5. Cheating will be dealt with to the greatest extent allowed by the rules of Utah State University.
6. The use of cell phones or laptop computers, tablets, or any communication device is prohibited during exams except as needed to upload answers.  Calculators may be used.

Head set capability:

Canvas' conferencing capability will be used for office hours and for you to use with study buddy activities.  A head set is strongly suggested in order to avoid delays and echoes as noted above.

Course Schedule:

Date	Lecture Topic	Reading	Assignment
31-Aug	Course Introduction	Canvas Familiarization, Introductory Materials	Self-introduction, introductory materials reading assignment, learning style assessment,MCT
2-Sep	Course Introduction	Problem Solving, Piazza & Conferencing Training	Problem Solving, Piazza & Conferencing Training,PSVT
4-Sep	Course Introduction	Intro to Mstry Eng	Explore MyLab and Mastering Website
7-Sep	Labor Day
9-Sep	General Principles	1.1-1.6	ML&M Tutorial 1.1-1.6, Ex  1.2,1.3, Prob 1-6
11-Sep	Scalars and Vectors	2.1-2.3	ML&M  Tutorial 2.1-2.3, Ex: 2.2, Probs: F2-2,  2-2, 2-13, 2-19
14-Sep	Vector Operations, Cartesian Vectors	2.4-2.6	ML&M  Tutorial 2.4-2.6, Ex: 2.5, Probs F2-10, 2-33, Ex 2.8, Prob 2-62, Exam 1 Prep
16-Sep	Position Vectors	2.7-2.8	ML&M Tutorial 2.7-2.8, Ex s 2.10, 2-12, Probs:   F2-20, Probs 2-89, 2-91
18-Sep	Vector Operations, Dot Product	2.9	ML&M Tutorial 2.9, Ex 2.14, 2.15, Probs F2-35,2-106, 2-115
21-Sep	Particle Equilbrium, FBDs, 2-dim Force Systems	3.1-3.3	MLM Tutorial 3.1-3.3, Ex 3.2, Probs F3-2, 3-10, Ex 3-4, Prob 3-13
23-Sep	Exam 1 Ch1-2
25-Sep	3- Dim Force Systems	3.4	ML&M Tutorial 3.4, Ex 3-5, Ex 3-8, Probs F3-11, F3-45, 3-50
28-Sep	Moments	4.1-4.4	ML&M Tutorial 4.1-4.4, Ex 4.1, Ex 4.3, Probs F4-6, 4-14, 4-30
30-Sep	Moments About Axis, Couples	4.5-4.6	ML&M Tutorial 4.5-4.6, Ex 4.7, Ex 4.9, F4-16, Probs 4-55, 4-82
2-Oct	Force/Couple Simplification	4.7-4.8	ML&M Ttutorial 4.7-4.8 , Ex 4.14, EX 4.17, F4-26, Probs 4-101, 4-119,
5-Oct	Distributed Load Reduction	4.9	ML&M Tutorial 4.9, Exs 4.21, 4.23, Probs F4-37, F4-40, 4-139
7-Oct	Equilibrium of Rigid Bodies, 2D FBDs	5.1-5.3	ML&M Tutorial 5.1-5.3, Ex 5.1, Ex 5.5, Probs F5-2, 5-14, 5-21
9-Oct	2&3 Force Members	5.4	ML&M Tutorial 5.4, Ex 5-13, Probs F5-4, F5-6, 5-34, 5-53
12-Oct	Equilirbrium of Rigid Bodies, 3 D FBDs	5.5-5.7	ML&M Tutorial 5.5-5.7, Exs 5-14,5-16,  Probs F5-9,  5-69, 5-83
14-Oct	Trusses, Method of Joints, Zerol Force Members	6.1-6.3	ML&M Tutorial 6.1-6.3, Exs 6.1, 6.3, Probs F6-2,6-6,6-10
16-Oct	Fall Break
19-Oct	Trusses Method of Sections, MDSolids	6.4.1	ML&M Tutoria 6.4, MD Solids Familiarization, Ex 6.5, Prob F6-10, Exam 2 Prep
21-Oct	Trussess Method of Sections	6.4.2	ML&M Tutorial 6.4, Exs 6.6,6.7, Probs F6-9, 6-33, 6-38
23-Oct	Frames and Machines	6.6.1	ML&M Tutorial 6.6.1, Exs 6.9, 6-11, Probs F6-13, 6-61, 6-62
26-Oct	Review Exam 2
28-Oct	Exam 2 (Ch 3-6.4)
30-Oct	Frames and Machines	6.6.2	ML&M Tutorial 6.6.2, Exs 6.13, 6.15, Probs F6-16, 6-70, 6-82
2-Nov	Internal LoadingShear & Moment Diagrams, MDSolids	7.1-7.2	ML&M Tutorial 7.1-7.2, MD Solids Familiarization, Exs 7.1, 7.6,7.7, Prob F7-1
4-Nov	Internal LoadingShear & Moment Diagrams	7.3	ML&M Tutorial 7.3, Exs 7.8,7-10, Probs 7-14, 7-70, 7-75
6-Nov	Friction	8.1-8.3	ML&M Tutorial 8.1-8.3, Exs 8.1,8.3, Probs F8-2,8-1,8-6
9-Nov	Friction	8.4	ML&M Tutorial 8.4, Ex 8.7, Probs 8-58,8-67,8-74,8-75, Exam 3 Prep
11-Nov	Centroids	9.1	ML&M Tutorial 9.1, MDSolids Centroids Ropes  Game,
13-Nov	Composite Bodies	9.2	ML&M Tutorial 9.2, MDSolids Centroids Master Game
16-Nov	Review Exam 3
18-Nov	Exam 3 (Ch 6.6-7.3)
20-Nov	Fluid Pressure	9.5.1	ML&M Tutorial 9.5.1, Exs 9.14, 9.15, Probs F9-17,F9-20,9-121
23-Nov	Fluid Pressure	9.5.2	Ex 9.16, Probs F9-18, 9-122,9-127, Exam 4 Prep
25-Nov	Thanksgiving Break
27-Nov	Thanksgiving Break
30-Nov	Review Exam 4
2-Dec	Exam 4 (Ch 8- 9)
4-Dec	Area Moment of Inertia	10.1-10.4	ML&M Tutorial 10.1-10.4, MDSolids Moment of Inertia Game, MDSolids Section Properties, MDSolids (Ex 10.1), Prob F10-4
7-Dec	Product of Inertia	10.5	ML&M Tutorial 10.5, Exs 10.6,10.7, Probs 10-57, 10-62 (hand and MDSolids)
9-Dec	Mass Moment of Inertia	10.8	ML&M Tutorial 10.8, Exs 10.10,10.12, 10-90, 10.99, 10-109
11-Dec	Review, Spatial Ability Surveys		MCT, PSVT Surveys
16-Dec	Final Exam (Comprehensive)		Available through 12/18/14