| Course Name | Code | Semester | T+U Hours | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classical Mechanics | FIZ 234 | 4 | 3 + 2 | 4 | 6 |
| Precondition Courses | Physics I and Differantial Equations are recommended. |
| Recommended Optional Courses | |
| Course Language | Turkish |
| Course Level | Bachelor's Degree |
| Course Type | Compulsory |
| Course Coordinator | Doç.Dr. ALİ SERDAR ARIKAN |
| Course Lecturers | Doç.Dr. ALİ SERDAR ARIKAN, |
| Course Assistants | Assistants of the Physics department. |
| Course Category | Available Basic Education in the Field |
| Course Objective | In classical mechanics the primary aim is to solve motion equations of dynamical systems using Lagrangian and hamiltonian dynamics. |
| Course Content | Newtonian mechanics, Conservation laws, Harmonic and Anharmonic vibrations, Central forces, Rotating systems, Rigid bodies, Lagrangian mechanics, Hamiltonian mechanics, Hamiltonian-Jacobi Theory, Canonical equations of motion. |
| # | Course Learning Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Explains Newtonian laws and determines relation of laws between eachother. | Lecture, Question-Answer, Drilland Practice, Self Study, Problem Solving, | Testing, Homework, |
| 2 | Immobilizes and interprets stable and unstable equilibrium points in conservative force effect at systems. | Lecture, Question-Answer, Drilland Practice, Self Study, Problem Solving, | Testing, Homework, |
| 3 | Analysis damped and undamped harmonic systems. | Lecture, Question-Answer, Drilland Practice, Self Study, Problem Solving, | Testing, Homework, |
| 4 | Explains concepts of central forces and angular momentum conservation. | Lecture, Question-Answer, Drilland Practice, Self Study, Problem Solving, | Testing, Homework, |
| 5 | Ascertains concepts of displacement and velocity in polar, cylindirical and spherical coordinates systems. | Lecture, Question-Answer, Drilland Practice, Self Study, Problem Solving, | Testing, Homework, |
| 6 | Uses Lagrange equations in analysis of mechanics systems. | Lecture, Question-Answer, Drilland Practice, Self Study, Problem Solving, | Testing, Homework, |
| 7 | Applies Hamiltonian mechanics to moving systems and interprets its results. | Lecture, Question-Answer, Drilland Practice, Self Study, Problem Solving, | Testing, Homework, |
| Week | Course Topics | Preliminary Preparation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newtonian Mechanics | [1] pp. 2-13 |
| 2 | Conservation Laws | [1] pp. 17-42 |
| 3 | Energy and Angular Momentum | [1] pp. 49-66 |
| 4 | Central conservative Forces | [1] pp. 73-98 |
| 5 | Rotating Systems | [1] pp.105-124 |
| 6 | Rigid bodies | [1] pp.197-225 |
| 7 | Lagrangian mechanics | [1] pp.231-248 |
| 8 | Lagrangian mechanics | [1] pp.231-248 |
| 9 | MIDTERM EXAM | |
| 10 | Small Oscillations and Normal Modes | [1] pp.253-272 |
| 11 | Hamiltonian mechanics | [1] pp.277-300 |
| 12 | Hamiltonian mechanics | [1] pp.277-300 |
| 13 | Poisson brackets and Features | [2] pp.406-413 |
| 14 | Hamilton-Jacobi Theory | [2] pp.419-431 |
| Resources | |
|---|---|
| Course Notes | [1] T. W. B. Kibble, F. H Berkshire, Classical Mechanics (5th Edition), Imperial College Press, June 3, 2004.<br>[2] Rızaoğlu, E., Sünel, N., Klasik Mekanik, Okutman Yayıncılık, 2008, Ankara |
| Course Resources | |
| Order | Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Having enough background in engineering topics related to mathematics, science and their fields. Skill of using theoretical and applied knowledge with engineering solutions in the field, | X | |||||
| 2 | Identifing, determining, formulating and solving engineering problems. With this purpose choosing and applying analytical methods and modelling techniques, | X | |||||
| 3 | To analyze a system, a part of a system or a process itself and the skill of design under the given constrains in order to fulfill the specifications. In that direction, the skill of applying modern design techniques | X | |||||
| 4 | Skill of choosing and applying the modern techniques and vehicles needed by the engineering applications. Skill of using the information technology effectively. | X | |||||
| 5 | Skill of designing and performing an experiment, data acquisition, analyzing and interpreting results, | X | |||||
| 6 | Ability of accessing information and doing research. Skill of using databases and other information sources. | ||||||
| 7 | Effective working ability both as an individual and as a part of a multi-disciplinary team, self-esteem on taking responsibility, | ||||||
| 8 | Ability to make oral or written communication in Turkish. At least one foreign language knowledge, | ||||||
| 9 | Consciousness of the necessity of the life time learning, following the developments in science and technology and ability of ones’ continous self renewal. | X | |||||
| 10 | Consciousness of occupational and ethical responsability, | X | |||||
| 11 | Consciousness on the subjects of project management, field applications, employees health, environment and work safety; awareness on legal consequences of engineering applications, | X | |||||
| Evaluation System | |
|---|---|
| Semester Studies | Contribution Rate |
| 1. Kısa Sınav | 10 |
| 1. Ödev | 10 |
| 2. Kısa Sınav | 10 |
| 1. Ara Sınav | 70 |
| Total | 100 |
| 1. Yıl İçinin Başarıya | 50 |
| 1. Final | 50 |
| Total | 100 |
| ECTS - Workload Activity | Quantity | Time (Hours) | Total Workload (Hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Duration (Including the exam week: 16x Total course hours) | 16 | 5 | 80 |
| Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) | 16 | 3 | 48 |
| Mid-terms | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Quiz | 2 | 4 | 8 |
| Assignment | 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Final examination | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Total Workload | 155 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (Hours) | 6.2 | ||
| dersAKTSKredisi | 6 | ||