Mechanics
MODULE CODE
AP1842 (L4)
CREDIT VALUE
20 UK CREDITS / 10 ECTS
Mechanics
Module Aims
Aim 1
To provide a basic introduction to Mechanics including the presentation of Newton's laws of motion and the application of these, and their consequences, to simple configurations.
Mechanics
Module Content
- Units, dimensions
- Kinematics in one and two dimension
- Forces
- Work and power
- Energy
- Impulse and momentum
- Dynamics, Newton’s Laws of motion
- Interactions
- First order dynamic behaviour: Mathematical methods and applications
- Second order dynamic behaviour: Mathematical methods and applications
- Simple Harmonic Motion
- Kinematics in two dimensions
- Oscillations & Resonance
- Rotational Motion
- Equilibrium
- Planetary orbits and Newton’s gravitational law, Kepler’s Laws
PROGRAMME SPECIFICATIONS
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module, a student will be able to:
Mechanics
Teaching Methods
The class contact will consist of lectures together with tutorials. Lectures will introduce the theory and provide examples of its application. Key elements of the learning strategy are regular worksheets in which students are encouraged to practice their Physical problem solving and mathematical techniques. These will be discussed in the tutorials.
Mechanics
Assessment Methods
This module is assessed through a Portfolio of assessment questions and an examination.
Explore them all
View The Other Course’s Modules
Compulsory
Electronic Engineering Practice
Computational Mathematics for Engineers
Probability Theory for Engineers
Signals and Control Systems
Electronic Systems Applications
Data Communications
Digital Systems
Electronics Systems
Power Systems
Calculus and Linear Algebra for Engineers
Engineering Professionalism
Electronics and Instrumentation
Project
Applied Physics
Engineering, Research and Academic Skills
Electrical Engineering Fundamentals
Introduction to Programming
Digital Electronics
Optional
Power Systems Operation and Control
Algorithms and Data Structures
Explorations in Computing
Computer Systems and Security
Digital Communications
Electrical Services
Microcontroller System
Wireless, Mobile & Fiber-Optic Communications
Mobile Technologies
Power Electronic Systems
Renewable Energy Sources
Digital Signal and Image Processing
