School of Computing and Mathematics  
 
 
MAT-20005 Dynamics  
Co-ordinator: Prof Victor Shrira    Room: MAC2.10, Tel:33267  
Teaching Team:  
Level: 2 Credits: 15 Study Hours: 150  
School Office: Tel: 01782 733075
 
 
 
Programme/Approved Electives for

None

Available as a Free Standing Elective

No

Prerequisites

Level 1 Mathematics or equivalent

Barred Combinations

None

Description

The module is an introduction to dynamics with applications mainly to systems which can be modelled by particle dynamics. The topics investigated include: Newton&©s laws, momentum, kinetic and potential energy, projectiles, simple harmonic motion, springs, the pendulum, rocket motion, planetary and satellite orbits, linear theory of oscillations, and normal modes.

2 hours lectures & 1 hour examples class

Aims

The aim of this module is to demonstrate the successful application of mathematics in the modelling of physical systems, within the context of Newtonian dynamics.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Solve problems in kinematics by calculating velocity and acceleration (1, 2).
Apply Newton&©s Laws of Motion in a number of different contexts (1, 2).
Model and solve problems involving vertical motion under gravity and projectiles, with or without air resistance (1, 2).
Model and solve problems involving rocket motion, including two-stage rockets (1, 2).
Solve problems involving central forces and model planetary motion, the motion of satellites and orbital transfer (1, 2).
Model and solve problems involving oscillatory motion, including springs and pendulums, springs with damping or harmonic forcing, resonance and normal modes for two-particle oscillators (1, 2).

Study hours

Lectures: 24 hours
Examples Classes: 12 hours
Preparation of coursework: 24 hours
Independent study: 90 hours


Description of Module Assessment




1: Exercise weighted 20%
PROBLEM SOLVING
Approximately 10 assignments set at weekly intervals

2: 2 Hour Unseen Exam weighted 80%
2 HOUR UNSEEN EXAM
Two hour unseen examination, answer 4 questions from 5


Version: (1.04S) Created: 04/Jun/2010

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