Physics in Biotechnology and Chemical EngineeringLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

On completion of the course, students will:
• Understand the basic phenomena of thermal physics, such as thermal expansion, phase changes and heat transfer mechanisms.
• Knowledge of the key concepts of electrostatics and their application to electric fields, electric potential and electrical conductivity.
• Can calculate quantities related to electrical energy and resistance coupling.
• Understand the importance of measurement uncertainty and be able to evaluate the reliability of measurement results.
• Can use units of measurement and methods of analysis to analyse measurement results.

The course develops the ability to apply the principles of physics to phenomena and measurements in biotechnology and chemical engineering.

Content

The course covers the main physics phenomena and their applications in biotechnology and chemical engineering. Students will learn the basic principles of thermal physics, such as thermal expansion, phase changes and heat transfer mechanisms, and the key concepts of electrostatics, such as electric fields, electric potential and electrical conductivity in different materials. The course also covers the calculation of electrical energy and power and resistive circuits.

Students will also learn how to evaluate measurement uncertainty and analyse measurement results using methods used in physics.

Qualifications

Basic Studies in Engineering Physics

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Students will be familiar with basic physics phenomena and concepts such as thermal expansion, phase changes, electric fields and electric potential. They can apply basic formulas in simple calculations and recognise the importance of measurement uncertainty, but still need confidence in analytical and application skills.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Students will understand the key phenomena of thermal physics and electricity and be able to apply them more widely, such as analysing differences in electrical conductivity in different materials or assessing the effects of heat transfer. They will be able to calculate electrical energy and resistance couplings and to evaluate measurement uncertainties and their impact on the reliability of results.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Students will demonstrate an excellent understanding of physics phenomena and their applications in biotechnology and chemical engineering. They will be able to relate different phenomena, justify solution models and perform calculations taking into account measurement uncertainty. They will also be able to assess the reliability of measurement results and methods of analysis.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Students will be familiar with basic physics phenomena and concepts such as thermal expansion, phase changes, electric fields and electric potential. They can apply basic formulas in simple calculations and recognise the importance of measurement uncertainty, but still need confidence in analytical and application skills.