Saint Martin's University

School of Engineering
Spring 2022

1. Name of Course: GE 204 Statics

2. Hours: 3 Credit hour, 45 Contact Hours
3. Instructor: Douglas, C. Howie P.E. MEM
4. Text: Vector Mechanics for Engineers - Statics, 12th Ed. F.P. Beer, E.R. Johnston, Jr.,
and Mazurek McGraw Hill
5. Specific Course Information
a. Catalog Description: Course represents the transition from theoretical studies of
forces and equilibrium, as studied in physics, to applied science. The equilibrium
of a particle when acted upon by a system of forces and the equilibrium of
bodies in two and three dimensions are studied. Also covers equilibrium
considerations for the design of trusses and machines, effects of friction on
equilibrium and calculations of centroids and center of gravity.
b. Prerequisites: MTH 171 and PHY 171
c. Required, elective, or selective elective: Required

6. Specific Goals for the Course:

a. Student Learning Outcomes:
i.
An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
ii.
An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.
iii.
An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
iv.
A recognition of the need for, and ability to engage in life-long learning
v.
An ability to use techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools
necessary for engineering practice
b. Course Learning Outcomes:
i. An ability to recognize static concepts while solving engineering
problems
ii. An ability to identify assumptions, constraints, affordances, and
relevancy of specific statics concepts in relation to different types of
engineering problems
iii. An ability to apply statics concepts across different problem
presentations and contexts
iv. An ability to present written engineering work (e.g. calculations) in a
meaningful and clear manner
v. An ability to solve FE type problems (EIT test)
7. Topics
a. Statics of Particles
b. Rigid Bodies, Equivalent Systems of Forces

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 c. Equilibrium of Rigid Bodies
d. Distributed Forces: Centroids and Centers of Gravity
e. Analysis of Structures
f. Internal Forces and Moments
g. Friction
h. Distributed Forces: Moments of Inertia

8. Grade Policy: Grading will be based on:

Homework 10%
In-class tests/Midterm 40%
Final 40%
Attendance 5%
Class Participation 5%
100%

Homework: We will discuss homework during class on the due date. Start all homework
problems on a separate sheet of paper. Don’t be afraid to use the full sheet of paper, don’t cram
text into a small space.
Attendance: If any student cannot attend a class, it is student's responsibility to inform the
instructor in advance and catch up with the class materials. Student must submit the reason of
absence and a plan to make up the missed class materials to make it an excused absence. Please
remember that the final grade does include class attendance.
Class participation: I expect you will participate in class by asking and answering questions
from the instructor and other students. Participation in study groups is an excellent way to add
to you class participation.
In-Class Random Tests: To reduce the number of problems needing solving on the in-class
mid-term and final exams, there will be random problems assigned during class that will be
included within the scoring of the mid-term and final exams. If you miss the class where one of
the tests is given, you will receive a zero on that problem.
Reading Assignments: Even though the instructor doesn't expect that students could
understand all the topics by reading at home, students are expected to read the assigned chapters
before coming to classes to be able to follow our schedule.

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UNIVERSITY SANCTIONED ACTIVITIES

If you are absent from class due to university sanctioned activities, such as sports, it is your
responsibility to request that the absence be excused, otherwise, the absence will be recorded as
unexcused. Absent students are responsible for catching up with the class, and if any
assignments are due on the day of the absence, it is your responsibility to turn in the
assignments on time (prior to class). Assignments may be submitted as an attachment to email:
xxxx@stmartin.edu.
COUNSELING AND WELLNESS CENTER

I recognize there may be times, as a college student, when personal stressors interfere with your
academic performance and your daily life. The Counseling and Wellness Center supports
students by addressing mental and emotional well-being with FREE and confidential services.
To schedule an appointment, call 360-412-6123 or email counselingcwc@stmartin.edu or stop
by the CWC (1st floor St. Raphael Center). [Therapy is the balm!]
CENTER FOR STUDENT SUCCESS

The Center for Student Success offers free academic services for all Saint Martin’s students at
all levels of achievement in pursuit of intellectual growth and academic excellence. The
Learning Center is home to the STEM Study Center which provides subject area peer tutoring
(science, technology, engineering, and math as well as business/ accounting/economics, and
world languages). At the Writing Center, students meet with trained peer readers to discuss
their academic, personal and professional writing. The Advising Center works with students
with academic advising, connecting with campus support resources, transition and self-
exploration guidance, personalized academic improvement plans, learning workshops, and
support major change. The Advising Center staff also works closely with the University’s Early
Alert Program — a referral system that supports student success. Saint Martin’s Disability
Support Services is located in the Center for any student with a disability who is interested in
using their accommodations. These students can connect with the Disability Support Services
Coordinator who will evaluate the documentation, determine appropriate accommodations, and
serve as a learning resource and advocate with assisting students in meeting their academic
goals.
https://www.stmartin.edu/academics/academic-resources/center-student-success
ACCESS AND ACCOMODATIONS
Your experience in this class is important to me. If you have already established
accommodations with Disability Support Services for Students (DSS), please communicate
your approved accommodations to me at your earliest convenience so we can discuss your
needs in this course.
If you have not yet established services through DSS, but have a temporary health condition or
permanent disability that requires accommodations (conditions include but not limited to;
mental health, attention-related, learning, vision, hearing, physical or health impacts), you are
welcome to contact DSS at 360-438-4580 or dss.testing@stmartin.edu or
smu.dss@stmartin.edu DSS offers resources and coordinates reasonable accommodations for
students with disabilities and/or temporary health conditions. Reasonable accommodations are

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established through an interactive process between you, your instructor(s) and DSS. It is the
policy and practice of the Saint Martin’s University to create inclusive and accessible learning
environments consistent with federal and state law. Your experience in this class is important
to me. If you have already established accommodations with Disability Support Services for
Students (DSS), please communicate your approved accommodations to me at your earliest
convenience so we can discuss your needs in this course.
SAINTS CARE
Faculty, staff, students, and community members are welcome to submit a Saints Care Report
at https://www.stmartin.edu/current-students/saints-care for any reason; including, but not
limited to:
Academic concerns
Personal health issues
Not attending classes
Death or health concerns in the family
Behavioral concerns or changes
Safety concerns
Personal, emotional, or financial issues
Substance use concern
Disability support or assistance, either short or long term, including medical
accommodations
Disturbing, distressing, or disruptive behavior or statements
Suicide ideations (verbal and/ or written, including class assignments and social media)
Aggressive or violent behaviors
Stalking, dating or domestic violence
SEXUAL MISCONDUCT/SEXUAL HARRASSMENT REPORTING
Saint Martin’s University is committed to providing an environment free from sex
discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual violence. There are Title IX/sexual
harassment posters around campus that include the contact information for confidential
reporting and formal reporting. Confidential reporting is where you can talk about incidents of
sexual harassment and gender-based crimes including sexual assault, stalking, and
domestic/relationship violence. This confidential resource can help you without having to
report your situation to the formal reporting process through the Dean of Students – Ms.
Melanie Richardson, Associate VP of Human Resources – Ms. Cynthia Johnson, Public Safety
– Ms. Sharon Schnebly, or the Office of the Provost – unless you request that they make a
report. Please be aware that in compliance with Title IX and under the Saint Martin’s
University policies, educators must report incidents of sexual harassment and gender-based
crimes including sexual assault, stalking, and domestic/relationship violence. If you disclose
any of these situations in class, on papers, or to me personally, I am required to report it.
ACADEMIC HONESTY/PROFESSIONALISM
WHAT IS ACADEMIC INTEGRITY? Saint Martin’s University is a community of faculty,
students and staff engaged in the exchange of ideas in the ongoing pursuit of academic
excellence. Essential to our mission is a focused commitment to scholarly values, intellectual
integrity and a respect for the ideas, beliefs and work of others. This commitment extends to all

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aspects of academic performance. All members are expected to abide by ethical standards both
in their conduct and their exercise of responsibility to themselves and toward other members of
the community. As an expression of our shared belief in the Benedictine tradition, we support
the intellectual, social, emotional, physical and spiritual nurturing of students.
WHAT IS ACADEMIC DISHONESTY? Saint Martin’s University defines Academic
Dishonesty as violating the academic integrity of an assignment, test and or evaluation of any
coursework. This dishonest practice occurs when you seek to gain for yourself or another, an
academic advantage by deception or other dishonest means. You have a responsibility to
understand the requirements that apply to particular assessments and to be aware of acceptable
academic practice regarding the use of material prepared by others. Therefore, it is your
responsibility to be familiar with the policies surrounding Academic Dishonesty as these may
differ from other institutions.
UNIVERSITY SANCTIONED ACTIVITIES
If a student is absent from class due to university sanctioned activities, such as sports, it is the
student's responsibility to request that the absence be excused, otherwise, the absence will be
recorded as unexcused. Absent students are responsible for catching up with the class, and if
any assignments are due on the day of the absence, it is the student's responsibility to turn in the
assignments on time (prior to class).

COVID-19 & Variants Policies

1. Saint Martin’s University has encouraged everyone to receive the Coronavirus vaccine –
unless they have a medical or religious reason. If you have not received the vaccine, it is your
responsibility to protect our community and yourself by following masking and social distance
recommendations.
Face Covering: The university will follow Washington state policies regarding face mask
exemptions and requirements: https://coronavirus.wa.gov/information-for/you-and-your-
family/face-masks-or-cloth-face-covering

Employees, students, and visitors who have not been vaccinated must wear fabric or disposable
surgical-style masks that cover their nose and mouth when they are inside university buildings,
and when they are outdoors in situations where social distancing of at least three feet is not
possible.
2. Students and faculty perform self-check for COVID-19 symptoms before coming to
class Students and faculty should perform a self-check each day before coming to campus, and
stay away from campus if they are ill. Students who are ill should inform faculty. Faculty who
are ill should arrange for a communication plan with students if they need to miss class. Faculty
are encouraged to give a gentle reminder at the beginning of each face-to-face class that
students experiencing symptoms listed on the checklist should elect to remove themselves from
campus. Anyone diagnosed with COVID-19 or a variant, or living with/caring for someone
diagnosed with COVID-19 or a variant, should notify the Office of Public Safety.
3. Support for students who are unable to attend classes for any reason due to COVID-19
(including illness, travel restrictions, and quarantine): Faculty should attempt to make

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reasonable accommodations for students who are unable to attend classes or complete
coursework due to the pandemic. Students adversely impacted by COVID-19 should notify
their faculty and academic advisor to arrange for accommodations as soon as they become
aware that they will be needed. Another alternative is to use the Saints Care form on the SMU
website.
Students who know that they need online course, should register for these courses. Faculty
teaching face-to-face courses will not be offering multiple modalities for their courses as
this inhibits students’ learning and faculty teaching.
4. Attendance: This attendance policy consists of two elements. One relates to support of
contact tracing efforts throughout this period of COVID-19 potential threats. The second relates
to the use of attendance as a course grading element.
a. For tracking purposes, if needed, in all face-to-face courses faculty should
maintain a record of attendance throughout the semester. The attendance needs to be
taken by voice call or faculty recognition of students attending each individual session.
Records should be kept via the Self-Service attendance feature or some other record the
instructor maintains and can produce on demand should an inquiry be necessary for
tracing purposes. Attendance should not be taken by passing around an attendance
sheet or having students sign in as they enter the classroom as this handling could
compromise attendees.
b. In an effort to support students who are considered high-risk or vulnerable as
defined by public health officials and/or are unable to attend due to concerns about
illness, campus safety, or need to care for familial obligations, attendance should not be
used as a grade element during the Fall or any subsequent semesters affected by
continuing COVID-19 requirements.
5. Social Distancing in the Classroom: Unvaccinated faculty, students, and guests must
maintain minimum physical distancing whenever possible of three feet between all on-campus
personnel, including with visitors, and where physical distancing cannot be maintained,
implement administrative or engineering controls to minimize exposure.
6. Cleaning: Classrooms and laboratories will be cleaned and disinfected regularly and
thoroughly by custodial staff. However, because many people will be using these spaces
throughout the day, students and faculty should protect themselves by disinfecting the area and
objects they will come into contact with. Students and faculty should also be considerate of
others and clean up and disinfect their work area as much as possible before they leave the
room.
a. Upon entry into the classroom, faculty and students should disinfect surfaces in
their immediate area where they will be sitting: chair, stool, desk, table, computer
workstation, etc., using the appropriate cleaning products available in the classroom as
follows:
i. Copy machine/computer screen/smartboards: screen cleaning solution
ii. Other surfaces, including keyboard/mouse: disposable wipes (e.g.,
Clorox wipes);
iii. Used wipes should go in the garbage receptacles provided in the
classroom

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 b. Special instructions for laboratories: department-specific laboratory cleaning and
disinfecting protocols must be followed. In addition, students and faculty should
disinfect their work area upon arrival, as indicated above
c. Before leaving the classroom, faculty should disinfect the whiteboard,
computer/electronic equipment, and other surfaces they have touched (faculty will be
provided with their own whiteboard markers and erasers material)
d. Sanitizing stations will be available at building entrances and exits, as well as
other designated areas. Students and faculty are encouraged to wash hands frequently
and/or carry their own hand sanitizer.
Note: each classroom will have a cleaning/disinfecting kit with appropriate solutions
and applicators (spray bottle, sanitizing wipes, towels, hand sanitizer). Faculty and
students are encouraged to also bring their own hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes.
7. Emergency drills and events (fire, active shooter, etc.): Continue training opportunities
and exercises. The COVID-19 environment provides trainers a real-time opportunity for
training students, faculty, and staff.
8. Compliance: Compliance with these policies is covered by regulations stipulated in the
university contract signed by students. Students who violate these regulations repeatedly or
egregiously may be referred to the Dean of Students.

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