ENGR 252A – STRENGTHS I (Spring 2024 crn# 31271)

 OFFICE HRS: https://cuesta.instructure.com/eportfolios/135/Office_Hours_and_TutoringLinks to an external site.

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Study of stresses, strains, and deformations associated with axial, torsional, and flexural loading of bars, shafts, and beams. Includes analysis of elementary determinate and indeterminate mechanical and structural systems. Prerequisite: ENGR 250

TUTORS: Tutors may be available for free through Tutorial Services located in building 3300.

http://www.cuesta.edu/student/servs_classes/ssc/tutorial_services/sloengineering.htmlLinks to an external site.

TEST AND HW FORMAT:  Each problem must:

• Be neat, clear, and organized, use a ruler for drawing lines.
• Using a tablet is fine, but use tools like LINE or CIRCLE for drawing such items rather than freehanding them.
• Draw free-body diagrams (if applicable) and label all variables. (-20% if missing)
• state the equations used
• have the answer written in the answer box with units
• all pages must contain at the top:  NAME,  PAGE#/#
• if using paper, always use pencil (not ink) and never write on the back
• erase errors
• print using uppercase letters
• use 3 or 4 significant figures at each step in the calc (be consistent)
• don't crowd work (one problem per page)
• Use superscript format for units.  Example: 100^lb not 100lb

TESTS/ QUIZZES:   NO make-up exams or taken early will be permitted.  All are closed book, notes, and only basic trigonometric calculators may be used.  Students are not allowed to discuss their quizzes with any other students until after the quiz has closed.  Students must present a photo ID.

DROPPING: Students who are not completing the assignments/Quizzes may be dropped from the class even though you are doing well on the tests.

TEST SCHEDULE (subject to change)

 Note:

• Final will be administered online using Zoom.
• Online assignments need to be uploaded through Canvas by midnight PT (Pacific Time) on the date shown on Canvas. See Canvas for the schedule.

 Student Learning Outcomes:

• Determine axial and torsional stresses and deformations for both determinate and indeterminate members.
• Determine bending and shear stresses, and draw shear/bending diagrams.
  
  

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

ACCOMMODATIONS

• If you have a physical, mental, or learning disability that requires any special accommodation, please contact Disabled Student Programs and Services https://www.cuesta.edu/student/studentservices/dsps/dsps_services.htmlLinks to an external site. as soon as possible to ensure that you receive the accommodations in a timely manner. I will be happy to discuss and work with you on your need for accommodations.

Course and College Policies

• Tutorial services are provided to students and can be found at the following link: http://www.cuesta.edu/student/servs_classes/ssc/tutorial_services/Links to an external site.
• Student Code of Conduct Link: https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/cuesta/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=A2SMMY5BC350Links to an external site.
• Academic Honesty Agreement Link : https://www.cuesta.edu/about/documents/vpss-docs/Academic_Honesty_Agreement.pdfLinks to an external site.
• Using web sites such as Chegg.com on homework, quizzes, exams or for review/study purposes is not allowed under any circumstances.
• Student Computer Technology Access Agreement Link: https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/cuesta/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=A2V4LD661AE3Links to an external site.
• Students must provide a photo ID when taking exams. Also Authenticating student identity will be conducted through the use of the Learning Management System, Canvas. Canvas requires each student to log into the program using a secure login and password to access. 
• Regular and effective contact shall happen in several ways: through weekly announcements, weekly discussion forums, weekly instructor prepared lectures and weekly individual feedback from the instructor through student assignment. Instructor will communicate through the LMS, email, and create virtual or face-to-face office hours. The use of live chats and video conferencing may also be used to best meet each student’s ability and learning style. Instructor office hours (traditional and virtual) will be made available to students (on course syllabus or posted within the LMS) and through private appointments.
• Adaptions to Methods of Evaluation: All course work will be set up and assessed through LMS. This will include homework assignments downloaded, attached and submitted online, participation in weekly online forum discussions, and online quizzes and exams, Face-to-face demonstrations of content proficiency. When evaluations are administered online, student identity will be verified by the password login that is built into the course management system.

 Netiquette and Online Course Participation

• Use respectful and appropriate language in your forum discussions.
• Emoticons are acceptable ways to show emotion.
• Avoid CAPS as they come across like YOU'RE SCREAMING.
• You are expected to read all forum posts.
• All messages are public, so be careful and courteous when you post.
• Make your posts thorough and your replies as well.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT?

If you have any technical issues I suggest you contact your instructor using Canvas or their Cuesta email.

CORRECTIONS:

The instructor reserves the right to make corrections to the syllabus.