Course - Mechanical physics - FY1001
FY1001 - Mechanical physics
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Written examination
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written examination | 100/100 | 4 timer |
Course content
A general introduction to Newtonian mechanics. Newton's laws. Conservation of energy, momentum and angular momentum. Undamped oscillations. Gravitation and orbital movements. Experimental methods: Measuring physical quantities, data acquisition, interpretation, and documentation. A separate series of lectures introduce the students to a wider field of physics and mathematics.
Learning outcome
This course aims at providing an introduction to the basic theory of mechanical dynamics and gravitational interaction, as well as experimental methods in physics.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, laboratory exercises, home exercises. A re-sit examination may be changed from written to oral.
Compulsory assignments
- All laboratory exercises must be fulfilled
- Exercises (2/3 compulsory)
Recommended previous knowledge
Fysikk 1 (2FY) and Fysikk 2 (3FY) in upper secondary school.
Course materials
Main book: Young and Freedman: University Physics. Other books may be used.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| TFY4145 | 7.5 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2009
Language of instruction: Norwegian
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- Physics
- Randi Holmestad
- Randi Holmestad
- Thor Bernt Melø
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Physics