Calendar: 1849-1850 Page 79

applied sciences 77 III Natural Philosophy and Astronomy The object of these Lectures is to teach the principal Mechanical Sciences namely Statics Dynamics Hydrostatics Pneumatics and Hydraulics together with Optics and Astro- nomy The instruction given in the first year requires no mathc- matieal knowledge on the part of the Student the method of solving problems by Construction being adopted In the second and third years the Mathematical Principles of Mechanics Hydrostatics Optics and Astronomy are taught including the Theory of Work the Mathematical Calculations relating to Roofs Arches Chain Bridges Embankments Strength of Materials &c together with the Construction and Use of Optical and Astronomical Instruments IV Arts of Construction in connexion with Civil Engineering and Architecture This Course includes descriptive account of the various arts operations and tools employed in Civil Engineering and Architecture the formation of drains and sewers excavat- ing earthworking and mining erecting and striking scaf- folding the formation and construction of Viaducts Bridges Roads Culverts Railways Canals Tunnels Docks Harbours Water-works General instruction is also given in laying out arranging designing delineating and specifying Works ascertaining the quantities estimating the probable cost and superintending and directing the execution of Works This Class is limited to advanced Students and is designed for those of the third year Matriculated Students who have completed three Terms at the College will be permitted to attend upon application to the Dean but in no case will this permission be given until after the completion of three Terms