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Physics for Logistics (3 cr)

Code: TZLF7300-3021

General information


Enrollment
18.11.2024 - 09.01.2025
Registration for the implementation has ended.
Timing
13.01.2025 - 30.04.2025
Implementation is running.
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 cr
Local portion
3 cr
Mode of delivery
Contact learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
English
Seats
20 - 44
Degree programmes
Bachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering
Teachers
Pertti Ahonen
Groups
TLP25VK
Bachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering (AMK) vaihto-opiskelu/Exchange studies
TLP24VS
Bachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering (AMK) vaihto-opiskelu/Exchange studies
TLP23S1
Bachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering
Course
TZLF7300

Materials

Knight, Randal D. Physics for Scientists and Engineers. Pearson International edition.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Further information

Assessment criteria: points from the exercises and the exam.

Student workload

One credit equals 27 hours of work, which means that this course needs about 81 working hours.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Sufficient 1
You are able to recognize phenomena and the models attached to the field of the course.
You can solve simple course related problems. You can read different kinds of tables and graphs to get the right information. Your calculations may have some mistakes.

Satisfactory 2
You are able to understand phenomena and the models attached to the field of the course.
You can solve basic problems with the help of examples. You can read different kinds of tables and graphs to get the right information. Your calculations may have some mistakes.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Good 3
You are able to understand phenomena and the models attached to the field of the course.
You can solve basic problems. You can read different kinds of tables and graphs and you are also able to produce them yourself. Your calculations may have some mistakes.

Very good 4
You are able to understand phenomena and the models attached to the field of the course.
You can solve challenging problems. You can read different kinds of tables and graphs and you are able to produce them yourself. You are also able to evaluate the assumptions and applicabilities of the models you are using. Your calculations are mainly right.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent 5
You are able to understand phenomena and the models attached to the field of the course.
You can solve challenging problems. You can read different kinds of tables and graphs and you are able to make make them yourself. You are also able to evaluate the assumptions and applicabilities of the models you are using. You can apply your knowledge to new situations. Your calculations are right but may have some careless errors.

Exam schedules

Exam and two possible resits. Dates and places will be announced in the beginning of the course.

Teaching language

en

Teaching methods

- lessons
- self-study
- exercises

Number of ECTS credits allocated

3

Qualifications

Basic knowledge of mechanics and elementary functions and ability to solve simple equations is required.

Content

Fluid statics: Hydraulic lift, hydrostatic pressure, Archimedes' principle and buoyant force.
Logistic processes: f.ex. center of mass of the load, cargo securing, stress of lifting accessories and warehouse shelves.

Objective

The object of the course

You will learn the basic concepts of fluid statics and how to apply mathematical methods of mechanics to logistical processes. You will also learn logical thinking and problem solving strategies.

Course competences (Eur-ACE)

EA-KW: You will obtain the basic knowledge and understanding of the concepts of fluid statics.
EA-EC: You will be able to apply engineering to practice.

The learning objectives of the course

After completing this course you are able to identify the basic principles of fluid statics and the mathematical methods of mechanics on logistical processes.

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