Teaching

CE 5331-021/D21: Nonlinear Structural Analysis

Course developer and instructor, Texas Tech University

F 25

This course focuses on knowledge and skill set in addressing structural analysis involving geometric and material nonlinearities. Covered topics include elastic stability of columns (P–delta and P-Delta effects), inelastic frame analysis using both lumped and distributed plasticity models, and computational algorithms for solving nonlinear systems of equations. 

CE 2301: Statics

Instructor, Texas Tech University

F 24, S 25

This is a sophomore-level course to equip students with knowledge and skill sets of force analysis for rigid body models in equilibrium. The topics include Newton’s Laws, Force vector formulation, Force and couple systems, Equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies, Static structural analysis (Trusses, Frames, and Machines), Dry friction, Center of mass, gravity, and the centroid, Mass moment of inertia.

CEE 221: Statics and Dynamics

Graduate Student Instructor with Dr. Duo Zhang, University of Michigan

FA 21

The objective of this course is to introduce the fundamental principles of rigid-body mechanics and their applications to engineering problems. The topics will include:

Statics: Force vector review, Force systems of particles and rigid bodies, Equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies, Static structural analysis, Internal forces of structural members, Friction, Centroids & centers of gravity, Moment of inertia 

Dynamics: Kinematics of particles, Equations of motion for particles, Concepts of work and energy, Concepts of impulse and momentum, Introduction of planar rigid body kinematics and kinetics.