Foundation Mechanics (F3207)
Foundation Mechanics
Module F3207
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 3 (sub-degree)
Module Outline
Units. Dimensions. Kinematics. Dynamics. Projectiles. Momentum. Energy. Power. Work. Circular motion. Collisions. Forces. Gravity.
Module learning outcomes
Have acquired a basic knowledge of kinematics and mechanics, including work, energy, power, momentum and statics and dynamics of rigid bodies.
Be able to solve problems relevant to physics and engineering at the appropriate level which requires use of the knowledge.
Have acquired a sufficient grounding in the material of the course for subsequent core courses in physics and engineering which include kinematics and mechanics.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Unseen Examination | Semester 1 Assessment | 80.00% |
| Coursework | 20.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Problem Set | T1 Week 4 | 0.00% |
| Problem Set | T1 Week 8 | 50.00% |
| Problem Set | T1 Week 11 | 50.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Class | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
| Autumn Semester | Workshop | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Prof Antonella De Santo
Assess convenor, Convenor
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Prof Christian Byrnes
Convenor
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