Harmonic Oscillator Course
This course equips you to master harmonic oscillators from basic principles to practical applications. You will derive simple harmonic motion equations, explore damping and resonance phenomena, calculate transmissibility ratios, and design effective vibration isolation systems using realistic parameters and rigorous verification methods to ensure reliable outcomes in engineering contexts.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain a practical understanding of harmonic oscillators, progressing from fundamental mass-spring dynamics to advanced topics like damping, resonance, and isolation design. Master deriving and solving differential equations, interpreting key parameters such as angular frequency, period, energy, and phase, while applying numerical examples, transmissibility analysis, and Bode plots for optimising real-world systems with precision.
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Develop skills
- Model SHM systems by deriving mass-spring equations and solving motion with initial conditions.
- Analyze damping effects including decay time, frequency, quality factor, and damping ratio.
- Design vibration isolators using transmissibility, Bode plots, and cutoff frequencies.
- Optimise mass, stiffness, and damping for desired resonance and performance.
- Validate models with checks, limits, and dimensional analysis.
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