Continuum Mechanics
Module PH1007
Module version of WS 2014/5
There are historic module descriptions of this module. A module description is valid until replaced by a newer one.
Whether the module’s courses are offered during a specific semester is listed in the section Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature below.
| available module versions | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WS 2022/3 | WS 2021/2 | WS 2020/1 | WS 2019/20 | WS 2018/9 | WS 2017/8 | WS 2015/6 | WS 2014/5 |
Basic Information
PH1007 is a semester module in English language at Master’s level which is offered in winter semester.
This Module is included in the following catalogues within the study programs in physics.
- Theory courses for Biophysics
- Theory courses for Applied and Engineering Physics
- Complementary catalogue of special courses for condensed matter physics
- Complementary catalogue of special courses for nuclear, particle, and astrophysics
- Specialization Modules in Elite-Master Program Theoretical and Mathematical Physics (TMP)
If not stated otherwise for export to a non-physics program the student workload is given in the following table.
| Total workload | Contact hours | Credits (ECTS) |
|---|---|---|
| 300 h | 180 h | 10 CP |
Responsible coordinator of the module PH1007 in the version of WS 2014/5 was J. Leo van Hemmen.
Content, Learning Outcome and Preconditions
Content
Kinematics of deformable media (velocity field of a fluid / continuity equation)
Hydrodynamics (stress tensor and viscosity / fundamental equations: Euler & Navier-Stokes / Bernoulli equation / Aerofoil theory / viscosity and Reynolds number / high Reynolds numbers and turbulence / small Reynolds numbers / waves / tsunamis)
Elasticity (stress tensor / energy balance / linear theory of elasticity: Hooke’s law / elastic waves / thin plates)
Learning Outcome
Successful participation provides the following skills:
Understanding hydrodynamics both in a scientific and in a technical context, fundamental equations such as Navier-Stokes, their range of validity, importance of scales and consequences such as the Reynolds number that provides a semi-quantitative criterion to predict laminar flow or turbulence. In addition, one gains an understanding of wave phenomena in elastic media and liquids, incl. surface waves, shallow-water waves and the ensuing tsunami theory.
Preconditions
No preconditions in addition to the requirements for the Master’s program in Physics.
Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature
Courses and Schedule
| Type | SWS | Title | Lecturer(s) | Dates | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VO | 4 | Continuum Mechanics | Reif, M. Zacharias, M. |
Mon, 14:00–16:00, PH HS2 Tue, 08:00–10:00, PH HS2 |
eLearning |
| UE | 2 | Exercise to Continuum Mechanics |
Burger, L.
Kienlein, M.
Mirzapour, F.
Quoika, P.
Sustay Martinez, C. … (insgesamt 6)
Responsible/Coordination: Zacharias, M. |
eLearning |
Learning and Teaching Methods
Lecture, beamer presentation, blackboard, exercises alone and in small groups, discussion
Media
Vorlesungsskript, Übungsblätter, begleitende Internetseite
Literature
* D.J. Acheson, Elementary fluid dynamics
* H. Stephani & G. Kluge, Theoretische Mechanik
* Landau/Lifshitz, Theory of Elasticity (Theoretical Physics 7)
Module Exam
Description of exams and course work
The learning ourcome is tested in a written exam using example calculations and comprehension questions.
Exam Repetition
The exam may be repeated at the end of the semester.
Current exam dates
Currently TUMonline lists the following exam dates. In addition to the general information above please refer to the current information given during the course.
| Title | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Time | Location | Info | Registration |
| Exam to Continuum Mechanics | |||
| Fri, 2024-02-16, 10:30 till 12:30 | 2503 1050 2050 2502 2503 |
till 2024-01-15 (cancelation of registration till 2024-02-09) | |
| Tue, 2024-04-02, 13:30 till 15:30 | Hörsaal Hörsaal |
till 2024-03-25 (cancelation of registration till 2024-03-26) | |