Physics for Logistics (3 cr)
Code: TZLF7300-3009
General information
- Enrollment
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01.04.2023 - 30.04.2023
Registration for the implementation has ended.
- Timing
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01.05.2023 - 31.08.2023
Implementation has ended.
- Number of ECTS credits allocated
- 3 cr
- Local portion
- 0 cr
- Virtual portion
- 3 cr
- Mode of delivery
- Online learning
- Unit
- School of Technology
- Campus
- Main Campus
- Teaching languages
- Finnish
- Seats
- 0 - 5
- Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering
- Teachers
- Pertti Ahonen
- Teacher in charge
- Pertti Ahonen
- Groups
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LOGRAKVERKKOLogistiikan ja rakentamisen verkko-opetus
- Course
- TZLF7300
Evaluation scale
0-5
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.
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.
Materials
Suvanto, K. Tekniikan FYSIIKKA 1. Edita. All editions.
Teaching methods
- distance learning
- exercises
- learning tasks
Exam schedules
Online exam (Zoom) and two possible resits. Dates will be announced in the beginning of the course.
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.
Qualifications
Basic knowledge of mechanics and elementary functions and ability to solve simple equations is required.
Further information
Assessment criteria: points from exercises and the exam.