Basic Studies in Engineering PhysicsLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

The student
• understands the SI system
• develops a scientific way of thinking that helps them analyse and understand physical phenomena
• is familiar with the scientific approach to solving simple physics problems
• improves on evaluating and solving physics problems.

Content

• Quantities and unit conversions
• Kinematics
• Dynamics
• Work, energy, and power
• Momentum
• Rotational motion

Qualifications

No previous knowledge required.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student is able to identify the basic physical concepts and models covered in the course and can solve simple problems related to them.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student is able to apply the basic physical concepts and models covered in the course to simple scientific and engineering problems.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student is able to apply and combine the basic physical concepts and models covered in the course to more demanding problems in science and engineering.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student is able to identify the basic physical concepts and models covered in the course and can solve simple problems related to them.