Module 1 Overview

The fundamentals that we will cover in this module include:

• General Principles (Ch. 1)
  • Mechanics
  • Fundamental Concepts
  • Units
  • Numerical Calculations
  • General Procedure for Analysis
• Force Vectors (Ch. 2)
  • Scalars and Vectors
  • Vector Operations
  • Addition of Forces
  • Cartesian Vectors
  • Position Vectors
  • Dot Product

This module lays the groundwork for static equilibrium and equivalent systems in later modules.