Basics of Mechanics
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | ISTP0104 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Basic Studies |
| Curriculum: | ST 2014 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Engineering |
| Year of Study: | 1 (2014-2015) |
| Credits: | 2 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Käräjämäki, Esa |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Courses During the Academic Year 2014-2015
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | I-ST-1N | 2014-09-01 – 2014-12-20 | Esa Käräjämäki | Finnish | 2014-08-15 – 2014-09-21 |
Learning Outcomes
The student will know the basic concepts of mechanics and understands the physical contents of the laws of conservation and will be able to apply them. In addition to the theoretical understanding, the student will learn how to perform experimental work in laboratory environment. (S)he will learn to record the obtained results in a logical way, and (s)he will be able to analyse the data in a scientific manner. Further, the student will learn to estimate the accuracy of her/his experimental results, and (s)he will understand the importance of being critical with the results.
Student's Workload
The total amount of student's work is 54 h, which contains 32 h of contact studies.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
No previous knowledge
Contents
The SI system, one-dimensional motion, curvilinear motion, dynamics, energy and linear momentum.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Pentti Inkinen, Jukka Tuohi: "Momentti 1, Insinöörifysiikka", Otava.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
The relevant theories of physics, together with associated problems and applications, are studied on a course of lectures. In addition, the student will individually solve a number of given homework exercises. Students will also take part in laboratory measurements. The measurements are done in groups of 3 students.
Assessment Criteria
Grade 1: The student knows those subjects of the course, which are necessary for the forthcoming studies and working life.
Grade 3: The student is well-abled to utilize the course contents.
Grade 5: The student is able to apply creatively the contents of the course.
Assessment Methods
The assessment is based on 2 examinations (90 %), homework exercises and laboratory work (10 %). A student must solve at least 25 % of the given homework exercises, and (s)he must take part in all the associated experiments in the laboratory of Physics.