Introduction to Mechanics
Section overview:
The PowerPoint below provides an overview of material in this topic, including explanations and examples - for the full experience, open in a new tab then download it. All exercise references are to the new specification Pearson textbook - you can access the digital version for free or buy your own for extra practice.Â
Written summary notes are also given below for quick revision of key points, plus a selection of exam-style questions (with solutions) to test your understanding.
Notes:
Modelling assumptions - Very important to learn!
Summary questions:
[See Mixed Exercise at the end of Chapter 8 of the Y12 applied textbook.]
Extra resources:
Use the videos below to support your understanding of the topic. The ones on the left are specific to the course, building up to demos of exam-style questions; the ones on the right are for your own amusement, although the alternative outlook may provide you with a deeper overall understanding and appreciation of the topic.
Playlist - Quantities and units in Mechanics [See modelling assumptions above for further content]
Extra videos:
Extra fun! A nice video series on mathematical modelling: