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Introduction to Mechanics SpecializationRice University

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This course serves as an introduction to the physics of energy and momentum.  Upon completion, learners will have an understanding of how mathematical laws and conservation principles describe the motions and interactions of objects all around us.  They will gain experience in solving physics problems with tools such as graphical analysis, algebra, vector analysis, and calculus.  The course follows the typical progression of topics of a first-semester university physics course:  Kinematics, Newton’s Laws, Energy, and Momentum.  Each of five modules contains reading links to a free textbook, complete video lectures, conceptual quizzes, and a set of homework problems.  Once the modules are completed, the course ends with an exam.  With 100 brief lectures and over 100 problems, this comprehensive course is similar in detail and rigor to those taught on-campus.  It will thoroughly prepare learners for their upcoming introductory physics courses, or more advanced courses in physics.

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Introduction to Mechanics Specialization

Intermediate Level

A solid familiarity with algebra and trigonometry, as well as prior courses in the series.

Approx. 23 hours to complete

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What you will learn

Learners will be prepared to critically evaluate real-world data and information regarding energy and motion.
Learners can apply mathematical laws to the motions of objects under a variety of physical circumstances.
Learners will be prepared for more advanced courses in physics.

Skills you will gain

Mechanical Engineering
Problem Solving
Physics

Flexible deadlines

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Course 2 of 3 in the

Introduction to Mechanics Specialization

Intermediate Level

A solid familiarity with algebra and trigonometry, as well as prior courses in the series.

Approx. 23 hours to complete

English

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Jason Hafner

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Department of Physics and Astronomy

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13 Courses

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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

Week1

Week 1

7 hours to complete

Energy

7 hours to complete

20 videos (Total 108 min), 4 readings, 12 quizzes

20 videos

Kinetic Energy5mWork4mShoot, Drop, and Roll7mVarying Force5mWork - Kinetic Energy Theorem4mNegative Work?6mPower4mWhy Physics is Cruel6mGravitational Potential Energy5mConservation of Mechanical Energy4mBowling Ball Demo3mAnother Bowling Ball Demo3mKeeping Energy in the Loop4mSpring Potential Energy4mCross Bow Demo5mPotential Energy Diagrams10mSliding Block6mWork by Friction7mConservative Forces5mSPT - The Bar Trick3m

4 readings

Welcome!10mGrading Philosophy and Advice10mUniversity Physics10mUniversity Physics10m

12 practice exercises

Airport Walkway2mWork or No Work?2mOn Vacation2mVarying Forces2mChange due to Work2mKilowatt-hours2mChild in Swing2mPendulum Energy2mEnergy Diagram4mGenerating Heat2mMultiple Forces2mEnergy Homework4h

Week2

Week 2

7 hours to complete

Momentum and Collisions

7 hours to complete

21 videos (Total 136 min), 3 readings, 11 quizzes

21 videos

Three Ways To Do Mechanics3mMomentum and Newton's Laws5mMomentum Conservation Demo3mWatermelon Demo7mImpulse6mBeginner Rocketry7mMomentum of Collisions3mEnergy of Collisions5mPerfectly Inelastic Collision6mElastic Collision I7mElastic Collision II11mBouncy Balls6mMore Bouncy Balls11mAverage Position in Collisions4mCenter of Mass7mExtended Object Center of Mass6mCenter of Mass: Uniform Isoceles Triangle9mWalk the Plank 18mWalk the Plank 25mAdvanced Rocketry7mSPT - The Cold Burger1m

3 readings

University Physics10mUniversity Physics10mUniversity Physics10m

11 practice exercises

Frictionless Skateboard5mBeach Ball and Marble2mIon Propulsion2mBilliards2mCivic -vs- Escalade2mForward Collision2mMass at Center of Mass?2mSolid Objects2mWhich frame?2mConservation Laws of Rockets2mMomentum & Collisions Homework4h

Week3

Week 3

3 hours to complete

Statics and Elasticity

3 hours to complete

10 videos (Total 76 min), 2 readings, 4 quizzes

Week4

Week 4

6 hours to complete

Energy and Momentum EXAM

6 hours to complete

1 video (Total 2 min)

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TOP REVIEWS FROM PHYSICS 101 - ENERGY AND MOMENTUM

by NLMay 17, 2021

I love all the lectures, especially the SPT (Stupid Physics Trick). Professor Hafner and team make Physics fun and and educational.

Thanks

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by LHFeb 25, 2023

Excellent lecture videos, however, I do recommend having strong skills in algebra, as the professor will often skip some algebraic steps when solving equations.

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About the Introduction to Mechanics Specialization

This specialization is for learners who are interested in first-year, university-level physics. Through three courses, you will gain a foundation in mechanics including motion, forces, energy, momentum, rotational motion, and gravitation. With 100 brief lectures and over 100 problems, this comprehensive specialization is similar in detail and rigor to what is taught in on-campus courses. It will thoroughly prepare learners for their upcoming introductory physics courses, or more advanced studies.

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