MEC 275 Engineering Mechanisms

Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3

This course covers plane motion and devices used to generate plane motion. Topics include analysis of displacement, velocity, acceleration, gears, cams, and other mechanical systems. Upon completion, students should be able to graphically and mathematically analyze a plane motion system.

Pre-requisite(s): Take One: PHY-131, PHY-151, or PHY-251
Course is typically offered in Spring.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At the completion of the course, students should be able to do the following:

Analyze displacement, velocity, and acceleration in plane motion systems.
Perform graphical analysis of mechanisms and moving components.
Perform mathematical analysis of plane motion systems.
Evaluate the motion characteristics of gears, cams, and linkage mechanisms.
Apply motion analysis principles to real-world mechanical systems.