Course Details in 2019/20 Session

Module Title	LF Mechanics & Waves
School	Physics and Astronomy
Department	Physics & Astronomy
Module Code	03 30321
Module Lead	TBC
Level	Foundation Level
Credits	20
Semester	Full Term
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Restrictions	Only available to students studying in Dubai
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Description	This module develops a basic understanding of the principles of mechanics and the fundamental concepts of vibrations and wave motion. Statics, kinematics and dynamics will be covered, together with simple harmonic motion and basic wave properties.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Understand and apply the basic laws of statics, kinematics and dynamics in simple linear and rotating systems. Show a basic understanding of Simple Harmonic Motion and use equations for simple vibrating systems Use appropriate terminology, equations and graphical representations to describe different types of waves and wave phenomena Define what is meant by reflection, refraction, polarization and superposition (leading to interference and diffraction effects) and calculate simple quantities associated with such effects
Assessment	30321-01 : assignments : Coursework (16%) 30321-02 : assessed test : Class Test (14%) 30321-03 : summer exam : Exam (Centrally Timetabled) - Written Unseen (70%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessments: a) 30% Continuous Assessment (Class Tests) b) 70% End of Session Exam (3 hours) Reassessment: 100% Exam (3 hours)
Other	Duplicate of Birmingham-based module 24638
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