CLASS HIGHLIGHTS : M1 $3600

Course Instructor: John Fong, BSc Mathematics(1st Class Honor, HKUST)

Duration: 10 hours

Topics Covered:

Topics Covered:
1. The basic ideas of mathematical modeling as applied in Mechanics.
-particle, lamina, rigid body, rod (light, uniform, non-uniform), inextensible string,
smooth and rough surface, light smooth pulley, bead

2. Vectors in Mechanics
-Magnitude and direction of a vector. Resultant of vectors may also be required.
-Application of vectors to displacements, velocities, accelerations and forces in a plane.

3. Kinematics of a particle moving in a straight line
-Motion in a straight line with constant acceleration.

4. Dynamics of a particle moving in a straight line or plane
-The concept of a force and Newton’s laws of motion.
-Simple applications including the motion of two connected particles.
-Momentum and impulse. The impulse-momentum principle
The principle of conservation of momentum applied to two particles colliding directly.

5. Statics of a particle
-Equilibrium of a particle under coplanar forces.
- Weight, normal reaction, tension and thrust, friction

6. Moments
Note that the topics would be adjusted due to various exam boards

Teaching Approaches:
This course would focus on teaching past exam paper solving skills. To facilitate teaching and learning, notes and assignments would be provided

Target students:
This course is designed for students taking M1 in the coming school year for preparation.