Unit 2: Kinematics

To Unit 2 material:

Learning Outcomes & Related Objectives:

After completing this module you will be able to:

1. Learn how to calculate velocity and speed.
2. Know the difference between a vector and a scalar.
3. Know the graphical interpretation of velocity and acceleration.
4. Know how to use the kinematic equations for 1-D Motion.
5. Know how to use the kinematic equations to analyze free fall.

Learning Activities:

To complete this module successfully, you must complete the following learning activities.

• Read the material in Unit 2
• Refer to the text (Chapter 2) if needed
• Go over sample problems in Unit 2
• Do homework problems for Unit 2
• Participate in online discussion for Unit 2 if desired

Module Summary:

• This unit, along with Unit 1, should be completed during the first week of classes
• This unit should take about 4-5 hours to complete
• This unit has a maximum of 12 points toward the final grade