ENGR 40 - Statics

    Recent Professors
    Theodore Wong, Ran Sivron, Brandon Saller
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Winter 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    36 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    MATH 181 and PHYS 4A
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ENGR 40
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Vector approach to static equilibrium of rigid bodies, forces, and couples in two- and three-dimensional space. Application of equilibrium principles to trusses, frames, and machines. Calculation of center of mass and centroid. Friction, moment of inertia, and distributed and concentrated loads. Forces in cables and beams. Fluid statics. Introduction to virtual work.
    Usually Held
    Mon Tue Wed 4:30pm–7:20pm, Tue Thu 3:30pm–4:55pm, Tue Thu 7:00pm–8:25pm, Tue Wed Thu 1:30pm–4:20pm