Information
| Unit | FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS |
| PHYSICS PR. | |
| Code | IFZ214 |
| Name | Theoretical Mech. 2 |
| Term | 2017-2018 Academic Year |
| Semester | 4. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 4-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 4 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | İngilizce |
| Level | Üniversite Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Doç. Dr. BERRİN ÖZDEMİR |
| Course Instructor |
Doç. Dr. BERRİN ÖZDEMİR
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
to introduce the Lagrange method and problem solution by that method, to obtain the transformation equations in non-inertial frames, to treat the motion of rigid bodies
Course Content
Hamilton's principle, Lagrange and Hamilton's dynamics, Lagrange's equations, motion in accelerated frames, the dynamics of rigid bodies, motion about a fixed axis, theory of special relativity,
Course Precondition
Resources
Notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | knowledgable in variational analysis |
| LO02 | have knowledge about minimizaiton and minimizaiton under a constraint |
| LO03 | knows the Hamilton principle |
| LO04 | knows the relation between Hamilton's principle and variational methods |
| LO05 | knows the relation between Euler and Lagrange equations |
| LO06 | knows the basic source of Lagrange equations |
| LO07 | can obtain Lagrange equations for various problems |
| LO08 | have knowledge on inertial and non-inertial frames |
| LO09 | is aware of the new effect and forces that arise in non-inertial frames |
| LO10 | knows how to find the trajectories of objects thrown from the surface of the Earth-a non-inertial frame |
| LO11 | knows what a rigid body is |
| LO12 | knows what the moment of inertia is and can calculate it for some certain geometries |
| LO13 | knows how to define energy, momentum, angular momentum in systems with many particles |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Explain the basic concepts and principles in the field of physics. | |
| PLO02 | - | Evaluate the developmets in the field of Physics by using scientific methods and techniques. | |
| PLO03 | - | Combine the knowledge in the field of physics with the other scientific area. | |
| PLO04 | - | Identify problems in the field of physics and for the solutions apply the analytical and simulative methods. | |
| PLO05 | - | Explain the methods of producing scientific knowledge in the field of physics. | |
| PLO06 | - | Reach the Information in the field of physics, for the purpose of classification, and uses. | |
| PLO07 | - | Use the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the field of physics. | |
| PLO08 | - | Design experiments in the field of physics. | |
| PLO09 | - | Inform the specialist or non-specialist groups, orally or in writing on issues related to physics. | |
| PLO10 | - | Use the information technologies in Physics area for their purpose. | |
| PLO11 | - | Take responsibility as a team or alone to overcome the problems encountered in the field of physics . | |
| PLO12 | - | Plan and manage the activities for the professional developments of emplyees under his/her responsibilities. | |
| PLO13 | - | Classify, use and critically evaluate the knowledg taken by his/her efforts. | |
| PLO14 | - | Know that learning process is life-long and acts accordingly. | |
| PLO15 | - | Both with colleagues, as well as off the field of builds relationships ethically use information, communication technologies. Define necessities in learning in scientific, social, cultural and artistic areas and improve himself/herself accordingly. | |
| PLO16 | - | Have knowledge of a foreign language at least monitoring developments in the field of physics. | |
| PLO17 | - | Know the importance of individual development. | |
| PLO18 | - | Monitor the developments in the field of physics, learn and evaluate in terms of social ethics. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to variational analysis | read the relevant chapter in the textbook | |
| 2 | Variation analysis (cont'd) and Euler's equation | read the relevant chapter in the textbook | |
| 3 | Hamilton's principle, Lagrange function and Euler-Lagrange equations | read the relevant chapter in the textbook | |
| 4 | Lagrange function and Euler-Lagrange equations (cont'd) | read the relevant chapter in the textbook | |
| 5 | Application of Euler-Lagrange equations | read the relevant chapter in the textbook | |
| 6 | Hamilton's equations | read the relevant chapter in the textbook | |
| 7 | the dynamics of systems of particles, center of mass, lineer and anglar momentum, energy | read the relevant chapter in the textbook | |
| 8 | mid-term examination | ||
| 9 | collision of two particles, elastic and inelastic collisions | read the relevant chapter in the textbook | |
| 10 | rocket motion | read the relevant chapter in the textbook | |
| 11 | motion about a fixed axis | read the relevant chapter in the textbook | |
| 12 | moment of inertia and its calculation for certain geometries | read the relevant chapter in the textbook | |
| 13 | motion in a non-inertial frame | read the relevant chapter in the textbook | |
| 14 | Coriolis force, equations of motion and their solutions | read the relevant chapter in the textbook | |
| 15 | Coriolis force, equations of motion and their solutions (cont'd) | read the relevant chapter in the textbook | |
| 16 | final examination | ||
| 17 | final examination |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |