Training Manual . — Samara: Samara University Publishing House, 2011. 167 s. The manual presents the physical basis of mechanical oscillations. It consists of a theoretical part, in which the concepts and laws of oscillatory processes are consistently stated, free, damping and forced oscillations are considered, and a practical part containing four laboratory works on the cycle of mechanical oscillations. It is intended for students receiving bachelor's and master's degrees in physics majoring in 010400 Physics, and can also be used by students of natural sciences and technical specialties of higher educational institutions.