Physics and astronomy

Foundation Mechanics

Module code: F3207
Level 3 (sub-degree)
15 credits in autumn semester
Teaching method: Class, Workshop, Lecture
Assessment modes: Unseen examination, Coursework

On this module, you’ll study key topics in mechanics, covering foundational principles and their applications. Areas of focus include:

• units and dimensions
• kinematics
• dynamics
• projectiles
• momentum
• energy, power and work
• circular motion
• collisions
• forces
• gravity.

Module learning outcomes

• Have acquired a basic knowledge of kinematics and mechanics, including work, energy, power, momentum and statics and dynamics of rigid bodies.
• Be able to solve problems relevant to physics and engineering at the appropriate level which requires use of the knowledge.
• Have acquired a sufficient grounding in the material of the course for subsequent core courses in physics and engineering which include kinematics and mechanics.