Mechanics of a point particle is a fundamental branch of physics that studies the motion of objects considering their mass but neglecting their size and shape. Here are the key points of this course:
1. Kinematics: The kinematics of a point particle focuses on describing the motion of an object in terms of position, velocity, and acceleration without considering the forces that produce it.
2. Dynamics: The dynamics of a point particle examines the forces acting on the object and how they influence its motion, using Newton's fundamental laws of dynamics.
3. Work and Power: Work and power describe the effects of forces on the motion of a point particle. They are useful for understanding the amount of energy transferred and the rate at which work is done.
This course is intended for 1st year ST students.
The general objectives:
- Identify the concept of vector calculus and its properties.
- Learn to use the usual coordinate systems
- Interpret the movement of a point over time independently of the causes, which produce this movement.
- Introduce the student to the basics of Newtonian physics through Kinematic
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