mat2mec mechanics
MECHANICS
MAT2MEC
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students deal with the kinematics and dynamics of a particle and systems of particles, and some of the types of differential equations which arise in the mathematical descriptions of the motions studied. The main mechanical topics emphasize the study of particle dynamics and conservation laws, rigid rotating bodies and the two body problem with central forces, based on Newton's second law of motion. The new solutions of differential equations considered are solutions of second order differential equations with non-constant coefficients, with expansions about ordinary points and regular singular points. The subject covers applications of forces, momentum and kinetic and potential energy, for particles and rigid bodies, with a focus on orbits of planets. The subject also covers the solution of wave equations in two and three dimensions. The main tools used are derived from concepts in MAT2VCA.
SchoolEngineering and Mathematical Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorChris Taylor
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesMAT2VCA
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
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Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorChris Taylor
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
PracticalWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.00 hour practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Active participation in blackboard practice classes (500 words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 5 | SILO5, SILO6 |
| Fortnightly assignments (equiv 1000 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 25 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
| One 3-hour examination | N/A | N/A | No | 70 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |