This module provides students with an appreciation of more advanced formulations of classical mechanics, including the Lagrange and Hamiltonian formulations, as well as other topics in mechanics and dynamics, including chaos.
Total contact hours: 30
Private study hours: 120
Total study hours: 150
• Problem Set 1 (3 hours) 15%
• Problem Set 2 (3 hours) 15%
• Exam (2 hours) 70%
At least one of the Problem Sets must be passed in order to pass the module.
1. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge and understanding of the applications of the fundamental principles of physics to advanced topics in mechanics.
2. Knowledge and understanding of theorems in pure and applied mathematics which have relevance to analytical mechanics.
3. Demonstrate a greater depth of physics knowledge in the area of analytical mechanics that is informed by current research
4. Identify relevant principles and laws when dealing with problems in mechanics at an advanced level and make approximations necessary to obtain solutions.
5. Analyse mathematical problems in analytical mechanics and select appropriate mathematical theorems and techniques for their solution.
6. Model the physical world at an advanced level using the principles of mechanics.
7. Demonstrate awareness of, and ability to apply, cross-cutting principles in different areas of physics
8. Correctly carry out algebraic manipulations, differentiate, and integrate, when solving mathematical problems in the area of analytical mechanics.
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