The Emporium Model – Statics Redesign –
Anthony J. VizziniBill and Carolyn Cobb Chair and Head
Aerospace Engineering
Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS Engineering Mechanics I (Statics)
Fall 08 – 195 (7 sections)Spring 09 -111 (4 sections)Traditional lecture (3 hrs)
Improved performance in Statics Improved performance in subsequent mechanics
(Dynamics, Mechanics of Matls) Improved performance in discipline (retention, time to
degree)
Statics RedesignStatics Redesign
What is StaticsWhat is Statics Foundation course in engineering Equilibrium of forces and moments (similar to
mechanics portion of Physics)
Introduction to the engineering approach to understanding
Strong indicator of a student’s future success
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Who Takes StaticsWho Takes Statics
Foundation course in mechanics-based engineering disciplines – Aerospace, Civil, Mechanical
Others require – Biological, Chemical, Industrial
Optional – Electrical Not used – Computer,
Computer Science, Software
Emporium ModelEmporium Model
Mathematics – “Students learn by doing” Statics – “Draw the picture, write down the
answer”
Fundamental concepts are relatively easy to grasp, require practice to master
Note: Bagley College of Engineering has a laptop requirement
Emporium ImplementationEmporium Implementation Reversal of content and practice Make use of students’ laptops Peer-to-peer
assistance Hands-on
experiments Reinforce
learningexperience
Mississippi State UniversityMississippi State University
Contacts – MSU/StaticsContacts – MSU/Statics
Member Title and Association
Role
Anthony J. VizziniPoint of [email protected](662) 325-1148
Professor and Head, Aerospace Engineering
Administrator
Masoud [email protected](662) 325-7294
Professor, Aerospace Engineering
Faculty Expert
Andy [email protected](662) 325-3634
Lecturer, Aerospace Engineering
Faculty Expert
David [email protected](662) 325-7288
Associate Professor, Aerospace Engineering
Faculty Expert
Member Title and Association
Role
Machaunda [email protected](662) 325-1030
Undergraduate Coordinator, Aerospace Engineering
Assessment
Donna [email protected](662) 325-0925
Associate Dean for Academics
Assessment
John [email protected](662) 325-9236
Computer Support Specialist, Bagley College of Engineering
Technology Professional
Bill [email protected](662) 325-3623
System Administrator, Aerospace Engineering
Technology Professional
Thomas [email protected](662) 325-7302
Instructor, Aerospace Engineering
Facilities