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Foundation Mechanics (F3207)

Foundation Mechanics

Module F3207

Module details for 2025/26.

15 credits

FHEQ Level 3 (sub-degree)

Module learning outcomes

Have acquired a basic knowledge of kinematics and mechanics, including work, energy, power, momentum and statics and dynamics of rigid bodies.

Be able to solve problems relevant to physics and engineering at the appropriate level which requires use of the knowledge.

Have acquired a sufficient grounding in the material of the course for subsequent core courses in physics and engineering which include kinematics and mechanics.

TypeTimingWeighting
Unseen ExaminationSemester 1 Assessment80.00%
Coursework20.00%
Coursework components. Average of best 2 coursework marks.
Problem SetT1 Week 4  
Problem SetT1 Week 8  
Problem SetT1 Week 11  
Timing

Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.

Weighting

Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.

TermMethodDurationWeek pattern
Autumn SemesterClass1 hour11111111111
Autumn SemesterWorkshop1 hour11111111111
Autumn SemesterLecture2 hours11111111111

How to read the week pattern

The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.

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