Course Description
Course Name
Dynamics
Session: VCPF3125
Hours & Credits
18 Host University Units
Prerequisites & Language Level
Course entry requirements: MAM1000W (corequisite), or already have an equivalent knowledge of Mathematics.
Taught In English
- There is no language prerequisite for courses at this language level.
Overview
Course outline:
The aim of this course is to introduce the elements of mechanics. Topics covered include: Kinematics in three dimensions. Newton's laws of motion, models of forces (friction, elastic springs, fluid resistance). Conservation of energy and momentum. Simple systems of particles, including brief introduction to rigid systems. Orbital Mechanics with applications to the planning of space missions to the outer planets.
The aim of this course is to introduce the elements of mechanics. Topics covered include: Kinematics in three dimensions. Newton's laws of motion, models of forces (friction, elastic springs, fluid resistance). Conservation of energy and momentum. Simple systems of particles, including brief introduction to rigid systems. Orbital Mechanics with applications to the planning of space missions to the outer planets.
*Course content subject to change