Upon completing the course, you should: 

1.    Be able to idealize a simple mechanical system or component as a collection of 2-D particles or rigid bodies, and  to use Newtonian mechanics, with the aid of analytical or computational methods, to analyze forces and motion in the idealized system.

2.    Be familiar with the characteristics of vibrations in linear systems; and have the ability analyze the forced and free vibration of a 1 degree of freedom system.

3.    Be able to design and conduct experiments (using applicable industry and government standards where appropriate) to measure the dynamical properties of simple mechanical systems or components.

4.    Be able to apply Newtonian mechanics and vibration analysis to design a mechanical system to meet specified constraints,  including: to function effectively in teams of 3-5 students; to communicate design specifications through clear and effective oral and written reports, and to successfully manufacture and test a completed design.