PH212 : Classical Mechanics ІІ

Department

Physics

Academic Program

Bachelor in Physics

Type

Compulsory

Credits

03

Prerequisite

MA102PH211

Overview

This course aims to familiarize the student with the elements of mechanics in an advanced way through studying the different types of motion; Such as movement in one dimension under the influence of variable forces (depending on time - speed - position), movement under the influence of central forces, gravitational forces, and rotational motion of rigid bodies.

Intended learning outcomes

By studying this course, the student will be able to:1- Compare Newton's laws, units and dimensions.2- Infer movement in one dimension under the influence of variable forces.3- Solve motion problems in two and three dimensions.4- Distinguish between the movement of a group of particles and the movement of a rigid body.5- Compare the equations of the gravitational field, gravitational potential, and the equations of the electric field and electric potential.6- Explains motion under the influence of a centripetal force and Kepler's laws7- A simulation program is designed for motion under the influence of central forces and Kepler's laws.8- Solve the problems of rigid bodies and gravity.

Teaching and learning methods

1- Lectures.

2- Solve problems and discuss various exercises.

Methods of assessments

1- Written first midterm exam 25%

2- Written second midterm exam 25%

3- Written final exam 50%

4- A passing score of 50% or more

5- The total assessment of the course is 100%.

Course contents

Week Due

exercises

Lectures

contact hours

Topics List

1

-

3

3

Elements of Newtonian mechanics

3

-

9

9

Particle motion in one dimension: momentum and energy theorems, motion of a body in one dimension under the influence of different types of forces, falling bodies, simple harmonic motion

2

-

6

6

Motion of a particle in two and three dimensions: vector analysis, kinematics in (plane and three dimensions),

2

-

6

6

Motion under a Central Forces, the Kepler problem and orbits.

2

-

6

6

The motion of a system of particles: The coordinates of the centre of mass, conservation of linear momentum and angular momentum, conservation of energy, collision problems, two coupled harmonic oscillators

2

-

6

6

Rigid Bodies: Rotational motion of rigid bodies

2

-

6

6

Gravitation

Learning Resources

Text Book

References name

publisher

Release

Author

Mechanics

Addison-Wesley Pub. Co.

3rd

Edition

Kieth R. Symon

Additional References

AnalyticalMechanics

Holt, Rinehart, and Winston

3rd

Edition

Grant R. Fowles

Complex Variables

with An Introduction to Confo

McGraw-HillInc

Murray R. Spiegel