Subject description
Vector calculus; kinematics of a particle; dynamics of a particle; moving reference systems; central forces; dynamics of a system of particles; mechanics of rigid bodies; Lagrange's Equations. Thermodynamic systems; equations of state; work; the first law of thermodynamics and its consequences; the second law of thermodynamics; entropy; combined first and … For more content click the Read More button below.
Enrolment rules
Co-Requisite
Pre-Requisite
Delivery
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Teaching staff
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Lecturers
Engagement hours
Contact Hours:2 x 2 hour lecture, 1 hour lecture/tutorial, 3 hour practical
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Solve problems at the intermediate level using the Newtonian, Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formalisms.
2.
Obtain the properties of a thermodynamic system from experimentally determined macroscopic properties of the system.
3.
Determine the microscopic properties of thermodynamic systems using kinetic theory and statistical mechanical methods.
4.
Have developed skills in partial differentiation, the solution of differential equations, integration and statistics.
Assessment details
Assignments
Final exams
Laboratory work
Work integrated learning
Embedded WIL:This subject contains elements of "Embedded WIL". Students in this subject will experience activities that relate to or simulate professional practice as part of their learning.
Textbook information
No prescribed textbooks for this subject.