KC4014 - Dynamics

In this module, you will learn through a combination of lectures, seminars and problem solving sessions. During the lectures, you will be taught the main concepts required and you will be provided with suitable examples or case studies in particle dynamics. Seminars will allow you to obtain help with problems associated with the module throughout delivery. Seminars are used to give you feedback on on-going learning activities.

You will be assessed by two summative assessments these taking the form of a formal written in-class test and a written exam to test concepts and methods at an appropriate level. In addition formative assessments/problems are provided on a weekly basis, and considered with the tutor in seminars, to provide on-going formative assessment, feedback and help regarding assimilation of material at an appropriate pace.

Lectures and seminars will be the main point of academic contact, offering you with a formal teaching environment for core learning. Seminars will provide you with opportunities for critical enquiry and exchanges. Generic and individual feedback will be provided during seminars.

Outside formal scheduled teaching, you will be able to contact the module team (module tutor, year tutor, programme leader) either via email or the open door policy operated throughout the programme.

Further academic support will be provided through technology-enhanced resources via the e-learning portal. You will have the opportunity to give feedback formally through periodic staff-student committees and directly to the module tutor at the end of the semester.

All modules at Northumbria include a range of reading materials that students are expected to engage with. The reading list for this module can be found at: http://readinglists.northumbria.ac.uk
(Reading List service online guide for academic staff this containing contact details for the Reading List team – http://library.northumbria.ac.uk/readinglists)

Knowledge & Understanding:
1. Acquire a basis of knowledge on Newtonian mechanics.
2. Formulate and solve mathematical problems involving differentiation, integration and differential equations.

Intellectual / Professional skills & abilities:
3. Solve problem and analyse concepts in mathematics applied to Newtonian mechanics.

Personal Values Attributes (Global / Cultural awareness, Ethics, Curiosity) (PVA):
4. To develop the ability of learning new concepts, describing and solving mathematical problems making use of appropriate materials/resources.
5. To effectively and concisely communicate physics-based concepts in written form.

SUMMATIVE
1. Coursework (20%) – KU2, PVA1
2. Examination (80%) – KU1, KU2, IPSA1, PVA1, PVA2


Exam/test feedback will be provided individually and also generically to indicate where the cohort has a strong or a weaker answer to examination questions. Formative feedback will be provided during seminars.

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Dynamics will enable you to solve mathematical problems and develop your problem solving skills.

Dynamics follows a combination of lectures and practical approaches. During the seminars, you will work through problems to develop your knowledge of Newtonian mechanics with the support of a tutor. You will be assessed by one in-class test (20%) and one exam (80%).. These assignments will be designed to put forward your new skills and techniques. You will receive constructive feedback during seminars throughout the year semester, and eLearning Portal will serve as a point of contact, information and discussion with the tutor.

You will enhance your employability, enabling you to demonstrate a combination of mathematical and problem-solving skills that are highly prized by businesses in our modern economy and are directly relevant to further study.