Mechanics 1 (3cr)
Course unit code: E-12011A
General information
- Credits
- 3 cr
Objectives
The students become familiar with the physical exploration of environmental phenomena and learn the necessary fundamentals for advanced professional studies. The students develop their studying and problem solving skills required in learning of natural sciences. The students learn the analysis of motion in nature based on physical theories.
Content
SI-system, motion in one and two dimensions, Newton´s laws of motion, friction, air resistance, terminal speed, work, energy, power and efficiency.
Further information
Literature will be informed at the beginning of the course. Lectures, demonstrations, home exercises, independent work and exam. Language of instruction: English. Study year: 1. Evaluation 0-5.