Mathematics and PhysicsLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

As a student you are able to describe physical laws and phenomena sufficiently to enable you to understand the physical operating principles of the most common methods and devices used in laboratory work. You can perform basic calculations and apply these to biomedical laboratory work. You know how to convert units, solve equations, and identify and describe mathematical dependencies.
You are able to draw conclusions from distributions. You know how to use spreadsheet software to calculate and analyse statistical parameters and correlation between variables, and interpret and assess statistical reports in laboratory work.

Content

Mechanics and mechanical applications
Thermology and applications relating to physical states
Electricity and electric phenomena
Radiation physics
Optics
Unit conversions
Significance of figures
Powers and square roots
Linear equations and proportions
Logarithms and exponential functions
Diagnostic parameters
Interpretation and assessment of statistical reports
Spreadsheet software

Qualifications

Prior competence : No prior competence

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

0–5
Assessment framework, see the appendix.
Assessment criteria for beginners are applied.