INTRODUCTION

The information contained in this handbook is by no means all encompassing. An attempt to present the entire science of classical physics would be impractical. However, the Classical Physics handbook does present enough information to provide the reader with a fundamental knowledge level sufficient to understand the advanced theoretical concepts presented in other subject areas, and to better understand basic system and equipment operations.

The Classical Physics handbook consists of five modules that are contained in one volume. The following is a brief description of the information presented in each module of the handbook.

Module 1 - Unit Systems

This module presents the concept of unit systems for the fundamental dimensions of mass, length, and time used in physics. Additionally, derivation of units and the conversion of these units is presented.

Module 2 - Vectors

This module contains information to aid in the determination of the net effect of various forces on an object and includes graphing vectors, adding vectors, and determining component vectors of a resultant vector.

Module 3 - Force and Motion

This module presents Newton's Laws of force and motion.

Module 4 - Application of Newton's Laws

This module describes the effect of static and dynamic forces on objects and includes a discussion of the forces commonly encountered in a nuclear facility.

Module 5 - Energy,Work, and Power

This module defines energy, work, and power, identifies their various forms, and discusses the conservation of energy, work, and power including the measurement and calculation of each.