Study programmeFrançais
Analytical Mechanics
Programme component of Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics à la Faculty of Science
CodeTypeHead of UE Department’s
contact details
Teacher(s)
US-B3-SCMATH-022-MOptional UEBOULANGER NicolasS814 - Physique théorique et mathématique

    Language
    of instruction
    Language
    of assessment
    HT(*) HTPE(*) HTPS(*) HR(*) HD(*) CreditsWeighting Term
      Français000004.00100.00

      AA CodeTeaching Activity (AA) HT(*) HTPE(*) HTPS(*) HR(*) HD(*) Term Weighting
      S-PHYS-017100.00%
      Unité d'enseignement

      Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

      • Understand "elementary" mathematics profoundly
        • Understand one- and several-variable differential and integral calculus
        • Use vector spaces, linear applications and the techniques associated with them
        • Understand basic algebraic structures
        • Manipulate previously acquired knowledge that appears in a question
        • Give examples and counterexamples for definitions, properties, theorems, etc.
      • Understand and produce strict mathematical reasoning
        • Write clearly and concisely
        • Use mathematical vocabulary and formalism appropriately
        • Make sense of formal expressions
        • Rely on a picture to illustrate a concept, rationale, etc.
      • Collaborate on mathematical subjects
        • Present mathematical results orally and in a structured manner
        • Demonstrate independence and their ability to work in teams.
      • Solve new problems
        • Abstract and manipulate theories and use these to solve problems
        • Adapt an argument to a similar situation
        • Use knowledge from different fields to address issues
      • Address literature and interact within other scientific fields
        • Have a good knowledge of related fields using mathematics

      Learning Outcomes of UE

      Application of analytical mechanics in problem-solving. Understanding of the key concepts of symplectic geometry.

      Content of UE

      Variational principles, Lagrange, Hamilton, Hamilton-Jacobi equation. 

      Prior Experience

      Not applicable

      Type of Assessment for UE in Q1

      • Oral examination
      • Written examination

      Q1 UE Assessment Comments

      Not applicable

      Type of Assessment for UE in Q2

      • N/A

      Q2 UE Assessment Comments

      Not applicable

      Type of Assessment for UE in Q3

      • Oral examination
      • Written examination

      Q3 UE Assessment Comments

      Not applicable

      Type of Resit Assessment for UE in Q1 (BAB1)

      • N/A

      Q1 UE Resit Assessment Comments (BAB1)

      Not applicable

      Type of Teaching Activity/Activities

      AA
      S-PHYS-017

      Mode of delivery

      AA
      S-PHYS-017

      Required Reading

      AA
      S-PHYS-017

      Required Learning Resources/Tools

      AA
      S-PHYS-017

      Recommended Reading

      AA
      S-PHYS-017

      Recommended Learning Resources/Tools

      AA
      S-PHYS-017

      Other Recommended Reading

      AA
      S-PHYS-017

      Grade Deferrals of AAs from one year to the next

      AA
      S-PHYS-017
      Date de génération : 17/03/2017
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