In this class you will be introduced to the foundations of classical mechanics. We will start with basic dynamics; work through Newton’s law; discuss collisions and energy conservation; acquaint ourselves with rotational motion; and finish up with Newtonian Gravity. You will also learn some of the mathematical techniques of importance to physics.
Now, as one of my professors used to say, “my duty is to help you learn and your duty is to learn.” So with that in mind, my plan is as follows. I’m going to cover the text, following the below schedule to the best of my ability. Your duties include studying the text and handouts, reading other texts as necessary, working with other in the class, doing homework, and taking exams. I assign lots of homework (in relative terms), and you should work together to complete it. However, what you submit must be in your own words and using your own ideas. My exams are challenging but doable; if you have done all the homework as well as worked through the problems in the textbook, you should be able to pass. However, you are expected to attend class and enshuu (and be prepared!) and to participate: One of your main duties is to ask questions. If you don’t come and don’t participate, you won’t be able to succeed. It’s your choice.
Introduction (8 April)
Mechanics Baseline Test
Force Concept Inventory Test
Math Review (15 April)
Chapter 1 - 序論とベクトル
Lecture One (22 April)
Chapter 2 - 一次元の運動
Lecture Two (30 April)
Chapter 3 - 二次元の運動
Lecture Three (13 May)
Chapter 4 - 運動の法則
Lecture Four (20 May)
Review Chapters 2 ~ 4
Take Home Exam One (Posted 20 May @ 08:00. Due 22 May @ 20:00)
Lecture Five (27 May)
Chapter 5 - ニュートンの法則のさらなる応用
Lecture Six (3 June)
Chapter 6 - 系のエネルギー
Lecture Seven (10 June)
Chapter 7 - エネルギーの保存
Lecture Eight (17 June)
Review Chapters 5 ~ 7
Take Home Exam Two (Posted 17 June @ 08:00. Due 19 June @ 20:00)
Lecture Nine (24 June)
Chapter 8 - 運動量と衝突
Lecture Ten (1 July)
Chapter 9 - 回転運動
Lecture Eleven (8 July)
Chapter 10 - 重力,惑星の軌道および水素原子
Lecture Twelve (15 July)
Review Chapters 8 ~ 10
Take Home Exam Three (Posted 15 July @ 08:00. Due 17 July @ 20:00)
Final Exam Review (22 July)
Textbook : サーウェイ基礎物理学〈1〉力学
Reference Books :
"Classical Mechanics" by Taylor
"Classical Dynamics - A Contemporary Approach" by Jose and Saletan
You should be signed up for the recitation section, held during periods 7~8 on Monday.
15 pts - Daily Quizzes
45 pts - (3 x 15 pts) Take Home Exams
40 pts - Final Exam
100 pts - TOTAL
My office is in the main building, room 122A and I welcome your questions, comments, and complaints. Please come by either during office hours or make an appointment.
tilma.t.aa@m.titech.ac.jp
Monday - Periods 3~4(Open door policy)
Wednesday - Periods 5~6 (Open door policy)
Monday ~ Friday - Periods 9~10 (By appointment only)
If you have any questions about the material in the class that you'd like to ask in Japanese, please contact the following TA's:
Koizumi-sensei : koizumi.r.ac@m.titech.ac.jp
Mori-sensei : mori@stat.phys.titech.ac.jp
These are two excellent teaching assistants who can help you with both the Physics and English.