Content
Introduction to classic mechanics from the point of view of mathematics. We start with the mathematical modelling of space and time. Then we discuss Newton's equations of movement, physical systems with compulsory conditions, the D'Alembert principle, the Hamilton formalism and its derivation from the Newton's equations and applications of Hamilton formalism.
Previous
knowledge
Required: Analysis III
Usability
Compulsory Elective in Mathematics
Elective
Requirement for coursework, assessments, and examinations are described in the current supplements of the module handbooks.
Students in the B.Sc. Mathematics programme can choose to give a talk, in which case the course counts as a seminar. Usability and requirements as for the seminar ‘Theory of Non-Commutative Algebras’.