PHYDW5001 - DYNAMICS AND WAVES
Introduction
Dynamics is the study of bodies in motion. Dynamics is concerned with describing motion and explaining its causes. The general field of dynamics consists of two major areas: kinematics and kinetics. Each of these areas can be further divided to describe and explain linear, angular, or general motion of bodies. The fundamental concepts in dynamics are space (relative position or displacement), time, mass, and force.
A wave is a disturbance that moves through space or matter. Examples include water waves, sound and light. The "disturbance" or "variation" can be a change in pressure, electrical intensity or many other things, but there is always a transfer of energy.
The current module describes skills, knowledge and attitudes required to apply concepts of dynamics and waves. At the end of this module, the trainee will be able to describe motion in orbits, describe vibrations and waves, semiconductor materials, examine effects of magnetism, and apply the concept of electromagnetic field. It will help trainee to carry out his/her specialized tasks that are useful in analyzing data, solving real life problems encountered in related fields. In a nutshell, the features depicted on above helps trainees identify the essential steps in solving problems and increases their skills as problem solvers.