PHYSICS 1: Mechanics of material point
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Date
2025-02-19
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Université Mohamed Boudiaf - M’Sila
Abstract
This manual is intended for first-year university students and offers a
comprehensive series of detailed lessons and solved exercises. It is designed to align with the
ministry’s corresponding LMD "Academic/Licence" training model. The primary goal of this
manual is to equip students with the necessary foundational knowledge to understand and
master the basic concepts of particle mechanics, enabling them to apply these principles in
analyzing various other physical phenomena. In addition, students will develop essential
intellectual skills that allow them to bridge what they have learned in this module to broader
academic fields and subjects as they continue in their academic journey.
The manual is structured to gradually build up the students' understanding, beginning
with essential theoretical knowledge and progressively integrating practical applications.
Each chapter is accompanied by exercises, reinforcing the material covered and helping
students apply theoretical concepts to real-world situations. The following chapters are
included in the manuscript:
➢ Chapter One provides an overview of the main concepts of dimensional analysis. It
includes a mathematical review and offers explanations for the fundamental concepts
of vector calculus, ensuring students have a solid foundation in the necessary
mathematical tools.
➢ Chapter Two introduces the kinematics of a material point, laying out the principles
that govern the motion of objects and how these can be described in mathematical
terms.
➢ Chapter Three delves into the dynamics of a material point, illustrating the key
principles of Newtonian mechanics through its three fundamental laws of motion, and
explaining how forces affect the motion of objects.
➢ Chapter Four focuses on the work and energy associated with a material point,
exploring how energy is transferred and transformed in mechanical systems.
Each chapter is supported by a series of corrected exercises that are designed to enhance the
student’s understanding of the material, allowing them to apply the theoretical knowledge
gained in practical scenarios. These exercises build on the concepts introduced in the
chapters, promoting a deeper comprehension of mechanical applications. Through the study
of this manual, students will not only grasp the core principles of mechanics but also acquire
the analytical skills necessary for future academic challenges in the field of physics and
beyond.
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PHYSICS material point