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402-2203-01L 7 Credits BSC , MSC D-CHAB , D-MATH , D-PHYS
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Classical Mechanics

Allgemeine Mechanik

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. Giovanni Felder
A repetition week is offered in cw45.
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:31:16

Abstract

A conceptual introduction to theoretical physics: Newtonian mechanics, central force problem, oscillations, Lagrangian mechanics, symmetries and conservation laws, Hamiltonian mechanics, canonical transformations, Hamilton-Jacobi equation, spinning top, relativistic space-time structure.

Objective

Fundamental understanding of the description of Mechanics in the Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formulation. Detailed understanding of important applications, in particular, the Kepler problem, the physics of rigid bodies (spinning top) and of oscillatory systems.

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General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC , MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 180 minutes
Aids
keine

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Allgemeine Mechanik
  • Mon 11:45-13:30 (HPH G 3)
  • Wed 12:15-14:00 (ETA F 5)
4 h weekly
exercise Allgemeine Mechanik
  • Thu 07:45-09:30 (HIT F 32)
  • Thu 07:45-09:30 (HIT H 51)
  • Thu 13:45-15:30 (HCP E 47.1)
  • Thu 13:45-15:30 (HCP E 47.3)
  • Thu 13:45-15:30 (HIT J 52)
  • Thu 13:45-15:30 (HIT J 53)
  • Thu 13:45-15:30 (HIT K 52)
  • Fri 13:45-15:30 (HIL C 10.2)
  • Fri 13:45-15:30 (HPL D 34)
2 h weekly

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