ECE 9Statics and Mechanics of Materials
Theory and application of statics and mechanics of materials for mechanical and biomechanical systems. Covers statics of particles; equilibrium of rigid bodies; free-body diagrams; analysis of structure; friction; concepts of stress and strain; axial loading; torsion and bending; and failure criteria. (Formerly Introduction to Statics, Dynamics, and Biomechanics.)
Prerequisite(s): MATH 19A or MATH 20A; and PHYS 5A or PHYS 15A and PHYS 5L; or PHYS 6A and PHYS 6L; and AM 10 or MATH 21.
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When it runs
Winter 2027Open Winter 2027
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 9:20am–10:25am | ClassroomUnit 002 | M. S. Teodorescu | Open 0/250 |
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 9:20am–10:25am | Kresge Acad 3201 | M. S. Teodorescu | Closed 149/0 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mircea Teodorescu | 2.4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 45% | 18 |
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