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Undergraduate Handbook 2023-2024 (archived)
Module MATH1607: Dynamics I
Department: Mathematical Sciences
MATH1607: Dynamics I
| Type | Level | Credits | Availability | Module Cap | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 1 | 10 | Available in 2023/2024 | None. | Durham |
Pre-requisites
- Normally grade A in A-Level Mathematics (or equivalent)
Corequisites
- Calculus I (Maths Hons) (MATH1081) and Linear Algebra I (Maths Hons) (MATH1091) OR Calculus I (MATH 1061) and Linear Algebra I (MATH 1071)
Excluded Combinations
- Maths for Engineers and Scientists (MATH1551), Single Mathematics A (MATH1561), Single Mathematics B (MATH1571), Foundation of Physics 1 (PHYS1122)
Aims
- An understanding of elementary classical Newtonian dynamics.
- Ability to formulate and solve basic problems in dynamics.
Content
- Dynamics Newton's laws.
- Mass, force, energy, momentum, angular momentum.
- Sample motions: simple harmonic oscillator.
- Projectiles.
- Charged particle in constant electromagnetic field.
- Orbits.
- Wave equation for small amplitude oscillations.
Learning Outcomes
Subject-specific Knowledge
- Dynamics: Newtonian Mechanics, Newton's laws.
- Sample motions.
- Two body systems.
- Waves on strings.
Subject-specific Skills
- students will have basic mathematical skills in the following areas: Modelling and spatial awareness.
Key Skills
- The ability to precisely formulate and solve dynamical problems.
Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module
- Lectures introduce the basic concepts.
- Weekly homework problems provide formative assessment to guide students in the correct development of their knowledge and skills. They are also an aid in developing students' awareness of standards required.
- The examination provides a final assessment of the achievement of the student.
Teaching Methods and Learning Hours
| Activity | Number | Frequency | Duration | Total Hours | Attendance Monitored |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lectures | 28 | 2 in weeks 14,16,18,20, and 3 in weeks 11,12,13,15,17,19 (alternating with Problems Classes) and 2 revision lectures in term 3 | 1 Hour | 28 | |
| Tutorials | 5 | 5 in weeks 14,16,18,20 and 21 | 1 Hour | 5 | Yes |
| Problems Classes | 4 | Fortnightly in weeks 14,16,18,20 | 1 Hour | 4 | |
| Preparation and Reading | 63 | ||||
| Total | 100 | ||||
Summative Assessment
| Component | Component Weighting | Element | Length/Duration | Element Weighting | Resit Opportunity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Examination | 90% | Written examination for dynamics | 2 hours | 100% | Yes |
| Continuous Assessment | 10% | Fortnightly written or electronic assignments. Students will have about one week to complete each assignment. | 100% | Yes |
Formative Assessment
Fortnightly written or electronic assignments, to be assessed. Solutions are made available to students. Students will have about one week to complete each assignment
Students who do not attend monitored activities shown under Teaching Methods
and Learning Hours, or who fail to complete the summative or formative
assessment(s) specified above, may be subject to the Academic Progress
procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be
required to leave the University.