Learning Outcomes

Airbus A380 Take-Off Time

Airbus A380 Take-Off Distance

Why Distance Is Area Under Velocity-Time Line

Average Velocity For Constant Acceleration

Acceleration Of Aircraft Carrier Takeoff

Race Cars With Constant Speed Around Curve

Lesson Summary

This module gives outline of kinematics and its use in the world of physics. In this module you will learn through practical examples, that will help you gain a clear understanding of the kinematics principles and the importance of physics in solving real-world problems. This module has topics on subjects such as the distance the Airbus A380 need to take-off, race cars accelerating around corners and more. This module provides an foundation for anyone wishing to study physics at depth.

Physics - Kinematics through Practical Examples - Course Assessment

Get to grips with acceleration, velocity, vectors, scalars and displacement with this free kinematics course.

Physics - Kinematics Through Practical Examples

This free online physics course teaches you about kinematics by giving real-life and practical examples. Kinematics is a branch of mechanics that focuses on acceleration, position and velocity. You will look into the basic formulae and concepts of kinematics, and learn how to calculate what distance an Airbus A380 needs to take-off, how long an FA-18 Hornet needs to take off from an aircraft carrier, and much more!

Introduction

Models for Studying Earth Structures

In this module, you will learn about the concepts of structural geology, tectonics and geodynamics, the role of structural geologist and the models for studying earth structures.

Structural Elements and Measurements

Stereonet Basics

Stereographic Projections

In this module, you will learn about geological contacts and their applications, measurement of linear features, concepts and construction of stereographic projection.

Concept of Strain and Deformation (Part I)

Concept of Strain and Deformation (Part II)

Strain Measurement

In this module, you will learn about concepts of strain, homogenous and heterogenous deformation and strain in different dimensions.

Stress (Part I)

Stress (Part II)

In this module, you will learn about the concepts of mechanics, force and traction, various signs of convection, principle axes of stress and more.

Basics of Rheology - Part I

Basics of Rheology - Part II

Basics of Rheology - Part III

Complex Rheology

Role of External Parameters

In this module, you will learn about the concept of rheology, flow, classification of rheology, complex rheology, application of combined rheology and more.

Crystal Defects and Associated Structures

Cataclastic Deformation

Intracrystalline Deformation

Diffusive Mass Transfer

In this module, you will learn about crystal defects and associated structures, cataclastic deformation, intracrystalline deformation and diffusive mass transfer.

Linear Fabrics

Planar Fabrics I

Planar Fabrics II

In this module, you will learn about the importance of planar fabrics, different types of foliation, association of foliations with different structures and more.

Basic Concepts

Classifications

Dip Isogons and Mechanisms

Superposed Folding

In this module, the concept and definition of folds, fold axis, axial surface, orientation, plunge, curvature and more.

Porpyroblasts

Boudinage and Pinch-and-Swell Structures I

Boudinage and Pinch-and-Swell Structures II

Stereonet Problem I

Stereonet Problem II

Stereonet Problem III

Stereonet Problem IV

Stereonet Problem V

In this module, you will learn about porpyroclasts, boudinage, pinch-and-swell structures, strain ellipsoid and folds.

Fracture and Joints I

Fracture and Joints II

Faults and Faulting

Stereonet Problem VI

Stereonet Problem VII

In this module, fractures and joints, criteria for rock failure, shear stress regime and classification of brittle faults.

Faults and Faulting II

Ductile Shear Zones I

Ductile Shear Zones II

In this module, thrust faults, thrust architecture, thrust tectonics and imbrications, fault bend, propagation folds and more.

Construction of Geological Cross Section

Live Session

Basics of Litho- Structural Mapping

Paleostress Analysis

Graphical Problem

Three Point Problem

Topographic Profile

In this module, you will learn about the basics of litho, paleostress analysis, the graphical and three points problem and the construction of the topographic profile.

Advanced Diploma in Structural Geology - Course Assessment

In this free online course learn about the deformation of rocks and their development over geological time scales.

Advanced Diploma in Structural Geology

This free online course provides an introductory level understanding of the main concepts in structural geology. Deformed rocks and structures conceal a series of tales, the decoding of which challenges the structural geologist in presenting evolutionary theories of our planet's development. Start this course and learn about the architecture of rock formations and their development over geological time periods.

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