Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Particles and Bodies in 2D Motion from Coursera

This course is an introduction to the study of bodies in motion as applied to engineering systems and structures. We will study the dynamics of particle motion and bodies in rigid planar (2D) motion. This will consist of both the kinematics and kinetics of motion. Kinematics deals with the geometrical aspects of motion describing position, velocity, and acceleration, all as a function of time. Kinetics is the study of forces acting on these bodies and how it affects their motion.

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Recommended Background:

To be successful in the course you will need to have mastered basic engineering mechanics concepts and to have successfully completed my courses en titled an “Introduction to Engineering Mechanics” and “Applications in Engineering Mechanics.” We will apply many of the engineering fundamentals learned in those classes and you will need those skills before attempting this course.

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Syllabus

Course Introduction; Particle Kinematics; Particle Kinetics – Newton’s Laws and Euler’s Laws; Motion of Particles and Mass Centers of Bodies

In this section students will learn about particle kinematics, Newton's Laws and Euler's Laws, motion of particles and mass centers of bodies.

Work-Energy Principle for Particles/Systems of Particles

In this section students will learn the work-energy principle for particles/systems of particles, impulse and momentum, impact, conservation of momentum and Euler's 2nd Law - Moment of momentum.

Planar (2D) Rigid Body Kinematics I

In this section students will learn about planar (2D) rigid body kinematics, relative velocity equation, rotation about a fixed axis, instantaneous center of zero velocity, and relative acceleration equations.

Planar (2D) Rigid Body Kinematics II

In this section students will continue to learn about planar (2D) rigid body kinematics, relative velocity equation, rotation about a fixed axis, instantaneous center of zero velocity, and relative acceleration equations.

Planar (2D) Rigid Body Kinetics I

In this section students will learn about planar (2D) rigid body kinetics, translation, moment of momentum - angular momentum, and equations of motion.

Planar (2D) Rigid Body Kinetics II

In this section students will continue to learn about planar (2D) rigid body kinetics using the Work-Energy Method.

Planar (2D) Rigid Body Kinetics III

In this section students will continue to learn about planar (2D) rigid body kinetics using the Impulse-Momentum Method and Conservation of Momentum.

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Develops industry standard knowledge and tools for solving engineering problems

Focuses on engineering dynamics, which is a core topic for mechanical engineers

Materials provided by Georgia Tech Research Corporation, which has a strong reputation in engineering research

Instructor Dr. Wayne Whiteman is an experienced professor in mechanical engineering

Requires foundational knowledge in engineering mechanics, which may be a barrier for some learners

Reviews summary

In-depth foundation for dynamics in 2d

Learners say this is an excellent course for undergraduates and engineers who need a solid foundation of 2D dynamics. Elements of kinematics, kinetics, moments, and energy form the core principles of this course. The course uses well-designed videos, engaging assignments, and helpful explanations to deliver content that will increase understanding of practical applications in mechanical engineering.

Clear videos and well-organized lectures break down complex concepts in a digestible format.

"Nice Session"

"Very detailed, informative and beginner-friendly."

"Lucid way of concept explanation and well chosen quiz questions from McGill n King."

Learners say this course is applicable to real-world engineering.

"I'd highly recommend this course for people working on Automotive Projects to get the basics of mechanics involved in this course,."

"Very useful course for those interested in dynamic systems and mechanisms."

"It may serve also as an introductory course to those interested in the field of robotics."

The instructor uses interesting examples and clear explanations.

"I enjoyed and benefited a lot from this course, thank you"

"Great course. Concise and very complete concerning 2D dynamics. "

"I like the Professor way of describing and demonstating every lesson."

Learners noticed there were some typographical errors and inaccuracies present in course materials.

"poor explanation of course content."

"The amount of exercises and feedback are only 10% of what is needed to actually learn well, from my point of view."

"I still am not sure on the subtleties of calculating impulses and momentum equations due to the fact that the use of the center of the bar moment of intertia vs. end of the bar was not ever addressed with which R to use in calculating the momentum (and why that r even exists in momentum)."

Some learners felt that this course had difficult or vaguely worded questions on quizzes and exams.

"I failed one twice and it screwed up my entire schedule for the course."

"it is a very useful course for me.i'm learning basic concepts easily which was taught in a simple means.thanks to Whiteman for offering this course on coursera."

"The videos were very helpful in understanding concepts that were previously difficult for me in another course."

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Review your calculus notes from previous courses.
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Read 'Engineering Mechanics: Statics and Dynamics' by Russell C. Hibbeler

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Mechanical Engineers research, design, develop, build, and test mechanical and thermal devices, including tools, engines, and machines. This course, Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Particles and Bodies in 2D Motion, is a solid foundation for a Mechanical Engineer as it teaches the dynamics of particle motion and bodies in rigid planar (2D) motion. This type of knowledge is crucial to understanding how mechanical systems work and how to design them to be efficient and effective.

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