Mechanics (3cr)

Objectives (course unit)

After completing this course student can use quantities and units, knows the fundamental laws of mechanics, can describe phenomenona by using quantities and their dependences and make justified solutions of related problems, and can make and interprete graphical presentations.

Content (course unit)

SI-system of quantities and units, Modelling of motion with constant velocity and constant acceleration, Force and Newton´s laws, Energy principles in mechanics, Modelling of rotational motion.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Knowledge of the most essential phenomena and related quantities and units in mechanics. Capability to analyse, when guided qualitatively and quantitatively simple cases related phenomena similar to discussed examples.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

In addition capability to apply the principles to new situations. Can use the terminology and models in presentations of justified qualitative and quantitative analyses of phenomena

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

In addition versatile, fluent ability to analyse phenomena qualitatively and quantitaively realizing the limitations related to theories in use.

Exam schedules

Weekly tests are held approximately every four weeks. Weekly exams cannot be renewed. The exact updated schedule in the Moodle.
Resits can be found in Pakki.

Assessment methods and criteria

The course is graded on a scale of 0-5.
There are two options for evaluating the course. You can also use the both options, in which case the better grade will remain in effect:

1. Option: The grade consists of the sum of points for the weekly tests, the measurement task, the assignment and the final exam and homework.
Week exams: 2 x 6 p = 12 p
Group assignments: 2 x 6 p = 12 p
Homework: 6 p (15% = 1p, 30% = 2p, ...., 90% = 6p)
Final exam: 30 p

2. Option: Only the final exam with double points: 2 x 30 p

The preliminary score limits are:

Grade 1: 20-28 p
Grade 2: 29-36 p
Grade 3: 37-44 p
Grade 4: 45-52 p
Grade 5: 53-60 p

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

demonstrations
independent e-learning
classroom teaching/ online teaching
exercises
cooperative learning
weekly exams and final exam

Learning materials

Physics for Scientists and Engineers, Randall D. Knight, Pearson, 3. or 4. Edition
Technical Formulas, Tammertekniikka
Lecture material on the Moodle site

Content scheduling

More detailed schedule in Moodle.