Mechanics (3 cr)

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

More detailed schedule in Moodle

Assessment methods and criteria

Points are collected in the course as follows:

Homework total 12 points
Measurement total 6 points
Final exam 24 points
Maximum score 42 points

The passing threshold for grade one is 12 points

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Lectures
Independent online study
Homework/exercises
Measurement work
Final exam

Learning materials

The course material can be found on the Moodle platform

Student workload

3 credits equals 80 working hours

Content scheduling

The schedule plan can be found in Moodle