PH101 : Introduction to Mechanics

Department

Department of

Academic Program

Bachelor in Physics

Type

Compulsory

Credits

04

Prerequisite

Overview

Defining physical quantities, unit systems, transformations and dimensional analysis. Studying vectors and their properties followed by study and analysis of motion in one dimension and in two dimensions such as the motion of projectiles and circular motion. Introducing students to Newtonian mechanics, friction, work, energy, power, potential energy and gravity. Familiarity with the basics of collision and its types in one dimension as well as the quantity of motion.

Intended learning outcomes

At the end of the course the student should be able to:

1. Recognize the basics of classical physics such as transformations and vectors.

2. Derive the relationship between different unit systems through transformations.

3. Explain motion in one dimension as well as in two and analyzes forces through Newton's laws.

4. Explain the movement of satellites through the concepts of gravity and circular motion.

5. Distinguish work, energy, power and their applications in different aspects of practical life.

6. Specify several phenomena that would depend on collision.

7. Analyze mathematically through his study of directional analysis and implementation of such analysis in kinesiology.

8. Explain static and kinetic friction.

9. Predict the motion of objects in terms of position, speed... etc.

10. Use proofs to prove the validity of certain laws and concepts in physics.

11. Solve various mechanical problems.

12. Employ mathematical skill that enables him to study other specialized courses.

13. Merge with others to work in a team.

14. Development of written and oral communication capabilities.

15. Write scientific reports as well as scientific researches of which related to the course topics.

16. Acquire positive skills towards self-learning and to link what has been studied with reality.

Teaching and learning methods

· Lectures.

· Discussion and dialogue.

· Tutorials and exercises.

Methods of assessments

The methods of evaluating students in this course are distributed as follows:

o Semester work (40 marks) is divided as follows:

· First written exam (objective questions and problem) (15 marks).

· Second written exam (objective questions and problem) (15 marks).

· Scientific activities (e.g. weekly tests, reports discussion) (10 marks)

o Final: written exam (60 marks)

Course Contents

Scientific topic	Week
Systems of units of measurement and conversions	1
Dimensional and Vector Analysis	2-3
Motion in one dimension	3-4
First exam	5
Motion in two dimensions	5-6
Newton's Laws	7-8
Static and kinetic friction	8-9
Second exam	10
Circular motion and gravity	10- 11
Work, energy and power	12-13
Elastic and inelastic collisions	14
Final Exam	15

References

Title	Author	Edition	Publisher	Place
Rapporteur notes	lecturer			lecturer
Mechanics	Ahmed Rhil	Third	Dar Al- Hikma	University Library
Fundamentals of Physics	Hallday and Resnick	9 th	John Wheley	Internet

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