What describes motion using equations of motion?

Kinematics is the branch of mechanics that focuses specifically on describing the motion of objects without considering the forces that cause this motion. It involves mathematical equations that relate to various aspects of motion, such as displacement, velocity, acceleration, and time. Kinematic equations allow engineers and physicists to predict and analyze the behavior of moving objects by providing a framework to model their motion in both one and multiple dimensions.

For example, equations can define how far an object will travel based on its initial velocity and acceleration over time without any need for understanding the underlying forces. This makes kinematics essential in civil engineering when analyzing structures under motion, traffic flow, and analyzing trajectories, making it important for students to grasp this concept as part of their understanding of motion.