Lecture: Tuesday and Thursday 8:00 to 9:15 am, Room L314
Final Exam: Tuesday May 12, 2026, 8:00 to 9:50 am, Room L314
The student will apply a knowledge of calculus and basic physical principles to the solution of problems in kinematics and kinetics. The concepts of motion, force, work, energy, impulse, and momentum will be used to solve two- and three-dimensional problems involving the dynamics of particles and rigid bodies. IAI: EGR 943 Engineering.
ENGR 2503 - Must be completed prior to taking this course.
Course Alignment
General Education Outcomes are the knowledge, skills, abilities, attitudes, and behaviors that students are expected to develop as a result of their overall experiences with any aspect of the college, including courses, programs, and student services, both inside and outside of the classroom. The General Education Outcomes specifically learned in this course are:
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Responsibility
Faculty Contact Information
Mondays and Wednesdays 8:00 to 10:00 am, Tuesdays 1:00 to 2:00 pm, and Thursday 11:00 to 12:00.
Course Information
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Determine and evaluate kinematics of particles.
- Determine and evaluate kinematics of rigid bodies.
- Apply Newton’s laws of motion to solve dynamics problems.
- Evaluate applications involving work and kinetic energy.
- Determine kinetics of rigid bodies.
- Evaluate applications of three-dimensional dynamics of rigid bodies.
- Evaluate applications involving vibration and time response
- Kinematics of a Particle Rectilinear
- Kinematics of a Particle Curvilinear and Relative
- Kinetics Particle: Force and Acceleration
- Kinetics Particle: Work and Energy
- Kinetics Particle: Impulse and Momentum
- Plane Kinematics of Rigid Body
- Plane Kinetics of Rigid Body: Force and Acc.
- Plane Kinetics of Rigid Body: Force and Acc.
- Plane Kinetics of Rigid Body: Work and Energy
- Plane Kinetics of Rigid body: Impulse And Momentum
- 3-Dimensional Kinematics of Rigid Body
- 3- Dimensional Kinetics of Rigid Body
- Vibrations
Vector Mechanics for Engineers– Statics & Dynamics, 12h ed.; by Beer, F.P., Johnston, E.R., Mazurek, D.F., Cornwell, P.J., Self, B.P., McGraw Hill Publishing; ISBN 978-1-259-63809-1 Looseleaf. (2019) or
Vector Mechanics for Engineers–Dynamics, 12h ed.; by Beer, F.P., Johnston, E.R., Mazurek, D.F., Cornwell, P.J., Self, B.P., McGraw Hill Publishing; ISBN 978-1-259-97704-6 Looseleaf (2019).
Calculator
Computation paper
Evaluation
To develop the knowledge to solve various engineering problems it is important to clearly identify the nature of the problem then utilize various concepts to solve unknown conditions. It is necessary for students to work at the concepts presented in continuous and orderly fashion. The information presented in the course constantly builds on previously developed concepts. It is important for students to stay current with course material. To assist students in their development and as an indication to the professor as to the student’s comprehension, daily assignments will be made. Students must complete the daily assignments in a timely manner. Class time is scheduled to address questions on the daily assignments. A large portion of the student’s progress is determined by completion of the homework.
In addition to daily assignments a student’s progress in this course will be measured through hourly examinations. There are three tests planned during the semester to measure the student’s comprehension.
The hourly test will be over the information presented since the last hourly exam.
There is also a final examination in the course. The final examination will be mostly comprehensive in nature. It will provide an additional opportunity for students to demonstrate their knowledge of the course objectives.
Attendance is required in this class. Students are allowed to miss up to and including two classes (one week of lecture) with no impact on your grade, hourly tests not included, see below. After that point your overall class average will drop 5% points starting with the third, fourth, and fifth missed class, and will drop an additional 2.5% for every day missed class. If a student misses a class, it is the student’s responsibility to find out what they missed, and the student is still responsible for timely submission of assignments. Students who miss class need to count on other students to inform them of any material that is missed.
Grading
The student’s final grade is based on classroom participation, homework, three tests during the semester, and the final examination. The weighting of the elements to determine a final grade is as follows:
Homework: 20%
Three tests: Each test worth 20%, total 60%
Final Exam: 20%
Grading Scale
| Class Percentage | Letter Grade |
| 90 | A |
| 80 | B |
| 70 | C |
| 60 | D |
| Below 60 | F |
Liberal Arts & Sciences
Dean, Jennifer Huggins; 815-802-8484; R310; jhuggins@kcc.edu; Division Office- W102; 815-802-8700
Course Policies
In the classroom there are general expectations to be observed by both the students and the professor. These expectations apply to classroom conduct, attendance, late homework, and tests. The classes will start on time, and students should be respectful of all the students in the classroom. PLEASE TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES PRIOR TO COMING TO CLASS. If for some reason it necessary for you to have a cell phone on advice the professor prior to class and try to position yourself to minimize classroom disturbance.
If a student turns in homework late, I will assume it is because of a lack of understanding of course material. The homework score will be reduced by 10% for each class period the homework is late after the study session. Accumulated late days will be accounted for on a compounding basis.
Homework
Submitting homework assignment will consist of submitting the collection of computation paper used to solve and explain each problem of your assignment. Students will use their cellphones or other electronic technology to copy their assignments and will then submit a copy of their assignments through submittals set up for the assignment in Canvas. This submittal should be submitted in either a TIFF, or JPEG format.
All homework assignments that cover the materials pertaining to an exam must be submitted, both in written and electronically, at least five days before the exam. If a student does not meet this requirement, the student must meet with the instructor to discuss the situation and develop a course of action.
It is necessary that all students are present for the exams. If for some extenuating circumstance it is not possible for a student to make an exam, the student must notify the professor prior to the exam through conversation, voice mail, or email. If it is possible the students will be required to take the examination in advance.
Student Behavior
Students must be aware that a professor is required by law or College policy to report curtain violations of the schools Code of Conduct and abuse that a student is involved.
Students sometimes choose to share private information with their professors. We appreciate your trust. According to Section 9 of the Civil Rights act of 1964 and as amended (Title IX), faculty are required to report any violation to this act. Title IX pertains any sexual harassment. Students need to be aware of this situation. Please don’t feel like you can’t reach out but be aware of our requirement to report. Students can speak to qualified personnel that can provide confidentiality please check with KC-CASA (Kankakee County) and ISAS (Iroquois County).
If I hear any language that I feel maybe inappropriate of a sexual nature in this classroom or in the halls I will ask you to refrain from using such language. This is not meant to inhibit anyone’s first amendment rights but us as a society needs to act responsibly to curtail all and any expression of sexual harassment.
Students are expected to demonstrate academic integrity at all times. Students who engage in academic dishonesty may fail that exam, or homework assignment with a grade a zero, in addition to facing disciplinary action by the college.
Students that repeatedly disrupt the class will be asked to leave.
Any behaviors that are disruptive, disturbing or concerning will be reported to the Dean of Student Services.
I expect student behavior in this class to be professional.
Course Calendar
Lecture: Tuesday, Thursday 8:00 am – 9:15
Classroom: L314
Last day to submit assignments is May 7, 2026
Final Exam: Tuesday May 12, 2026
Final Exam Time: 8:00am – 9:50am
Final Exam Place: L314
| Exam No. | Material Covered |
| 1 | Chapters 11, & 12 |
| 2 | Chapters 13, 14, & 15 |
| 3 | Chapters 16, 17, & 18 |
| Final | Comprehensive |
Hourly exams will be after Chapter 12 (in week 5), after Chapter 15 (in week 11), and after Chapter 18 (in week 15).
Class Schedule
Wk. # | Topics | Exams | Chpts. | Assignments | Learning |
| # of prbms. | Outcomes | ||||
| 1 | Kinematics of a Particle Rectilinear | 11 | 10 | 1 | |
| 2 | Kinematics of a Particle Curvilinear & Relative Motion | 11 | 12 | 1 | |
| 3 | Kinetics of a Particle: Newton's Second Law | 12 | 12 | 3 & 5 | |
| 4 | Kinetics Particle: Force and Acceleration | 13 | 12 | 4 & 5 | |
| 5 | Kinetics Particle: Work and Energy | Exam 1 | 13 | 10 | 4 & 5 |
| 6 | Kinetics Particle: Impulse and Momentum | 14 | 12 | 4 & 5 | |
| 7 | Plane Kinematics of Rigid Body | 15 | 12 | 2 | |
| 8 | Plane Kinematics of Rigid Body | 15 | 12 | 2 | |
| 9 | Plane Kinetics of Rigid Body: Force & Acc. | 16 | 12 | 5 | |
| 10 | Plane Kinetics of Rigid Body: Force & Acc. | 17 | 10 | 5 | |
| 11 | Plane Kinetics of Rigid Body: Work & Energy | Exam 2 | 17 | 12 | 4 & 5 |
| 12 | Plane Kinetics of Rigid Body: Impulse And Momentum | 17 | 12 | 4 & 5 | |
| 13 | 3-Dimensional Kinematics of Rigid Body | 18 | 12 | 6 | |
| 14 |
3- Dimensional Kinetics of Rigid Body | 18 | 12 | 6 | |
| 15 | 3- Dimensional Kinetics of Rigid Body | Exam 3 | 18 | 12 | 7 |
| 16 | Vibrations (if time permits) | 19 | 12 | 7 | |
| Fls. Wk. | Cumulative Final |
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