Newtonian Mechanics (MATH0009)

Key information

Faculty: Faculty of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching department: Mathematics
Credit value: 15

Restrictions: This module is normally only taken as a compulsory course first year students on certain Mathematics single and combined honours degrees. It may also be taken by affiliate students with suitable backgrounds
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

This course follows the first term applied mathematics course and gives a comprehensive introduction to Newtonian mechanics. The essential concepts of force, torque, momentum, angular momentum and energy are introduced. This is followed by a thorough coverage of the Newtonian dynamics of point particles, including the classic problem of a central force with the inverse square law. Vector methods, including vector differential equations, are used extensively.

Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Term 2 听听听 Undergraduate (FHEQ Level 4)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study: In person
Methods of assessment: 85% Exam

15% Coursework
Mark scheme: Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year: 207
Module leader: Dr Rosemary Harris
Who to contact for more information: math.ugteaching@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

This module description was last updated on 19th August 2024.

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