Physical Dynamics

Module code: SPA5304

Credits: 15.0
Semester: SEM2

Contact: Dr David Vegh
Prerequisite: Before taking this module you must take SPA4401

Introduction to Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formulations of Newtonian mechanics. Origin of Conservation Laws and their relation to symmetry properties. Rotational motion of rigid bodies, Euler's equations, principal axes and stability of rotation, precession. Small vibration approximation, normal modes

Connected course(s): UDF DATA
Assessment: 70.0% Examination, 30.0% Coursework
Level: 5