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Mechanics, 7.5 Higher education credits

Mekanik, 7,5 Högskolepoäng

Established: 2024-02-06

Established by: Department of Engineering Science

Applies from: V24

Learning outcomes

After completion of the course the student should be able to show:

• knowledge about the basic concepts in classic mechanics.
• knowledge about the basic concepts in dynamics of particles and rigid bodies.
• ability to model and analyze a dynamic system.
• ability to independently solve basic problems in statics and dynamics of particles and rigid bodies.
• knowledge of basic solution methodology for flat structures.

Entry requirements

General entry requirements and approved result from the following course/courses:

MAT101-Mathematics A or the equivalent.

The forms of assessment of student performance

Individual assignment. Individual written exam.

Course contents

The course is a basic course in mechanics that forms the basis of many other physics and engineering. The course is divided into two separate parts, Statics and Dynamics, and it covers following areas:

• Physical quantities, units, and dimensions
• Free body diagrams
• Equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies
• Friction
• Kinematic relations for particles and rigid bodies
• Kinematic of particles in different coordinate systems, Newtons laws of motion
• Energy, work, power, and mechanical efficiency
• Problem solving of mechanical systems

Other regulations

Course grading: F/Fx/E/D/C/B/A - Insufficient, Insufficient- more work required before the credit can be awarded, Sufficient, Satisfactory, Good, Very Good, Excellent

Course language: The teaching is conducted in English.

General rules pertaining to examination at University West are available at www.hv.se.

If the student has a decision/recommendation on special support due to disability, the examiner has the right to examine the student in a customized examination form.

Cycle

First cycle

Progressive specialization

G1F - first cycle, has less than 60 credits in first-cycle course/s as entry requirements

Main field of study

Mechanical Engineering