This course is designed for engineering students. It covers Newton's laws, kinematics, statics, and dynamics for particles and systems of particles, static and rotational equilibrium, analysis of structures, planar motion of rigid bodies, as well as Thermodynamics. The emphasis of this course will be on solving problems.
Prerequisites
Physics 1 (PHYS 1100) and Calculus 1 (MATH 1100), both with a minimum 'C-' grade.
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Force Vectors (vector algebra, components)
- Equilibrium of a particle
- Force system resultants
- Moments (torque, cross-product, force-couples)
- Rigid Body Equilibrium (force+moment-balance, 6 equations)
- Structural analysis
- Internal forces
- Friction (sliding, static)
- Kinematics (v, a, t-, x-dependent, cylindrical coordinates)
- Kinetics (F=ma problems in various coordinates)
- Thermodynamics (Zeroth law and heat capacity; kinetic theory; first law of thermodynamics; heat engines)
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42375 |
January 6, 2027 to April 23, 2027 |
Online Lecture |
Varies | See full schedule | Register |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.