ING171 Classical mechanics

Contents and structure

Motion along a straight line, motion in space, Newton's laws, work and energy, collisions, rotation, Newtons 2.law for rotation. 

Learning Outcome

-Knowledge:

The student knows the

• the structure of newtonian mechanics.
• Newton's 3 laws and the work-energy-law, both for translational and rotational motion.
• conservation laws needed in connection with collisions, both for translational and rotational motion.
• the conditions relating to the use of different laws and principles.
• the use of models and the model conditions.

 

-Skills

The students can perform

• Calculations based on Newtonian mechanics, both translational and rotational motion.
• Use of good and clear sketches as part of solutions in mechanic.
• Laboratory work including teamwork and writing of reports.

-General qualifications:

The student can:

• Explain physical problems and solution methods to others, both in writing and verbally.
• Use tools from physics to find solutions in other technical fields.
• Recognize simple laws which are expressed in complex technologies.

Entry requirements

None

Recommended previous knowledge

2FY / Physics 1

3MX / R2

Mathematics 1

Teaching methods

Lectures, exercises, and laboratory work. The primary language of instruction for the lectures and all forms of evaluation (examinations, portfolios, and other work) will be Norwegian. However, some lectures and tutorials may be given in English.

Compulsory learning activities

1: 2 lab-excersices approved. If the student has had the right to previously take the exame this compulsory assignment is considered fulfilled.

2: Will be specified in the curriculum at semester start. 

Assessment

Written exam, 3 hours

Grade:  A - E / F (failed).

Examination support material

Simple calculator: Allowed calculator is Casio fx-82 (all varieties: ES, ES Plus, EX, Solar etc.)

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