This course will introduce to students the fundamentals and principles of kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies. The topics covered include kinematics of particles and rigid bodies, kinetics of particles and rigid bodies, energy and momentum methods, systems of particles, and plane motion of rigid bodies.

CILO-1: An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering appropriate to the degree discipline. CILO-2: An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data. CILO-3: An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints, such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability and sustainability. CILO-4: An ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems. CILO-5: An ability to stay abreast of contemporary issues. CILO-6: An ability to use the computer/IT tools relevant to the discipline along with an understanding of their processes and limitations.