Fundamentals of Physics (5 cr)

Objective

You are able to make unit transformations and manipulate physical equations. You are able to describe the motion of a body computationally and graphically using kinematic quantities. You are able to present Newton’s laws and use them. You understand the concepts of work, power and energy and the conservation and conversion of energy. You know the basic concepts, quantities and laws related to fluids and thermal physics. You understand the difference between temperature and thermal energy.

Content

Physical equations and unit conversions
Kinematics: position, displacement, velocity and acceleration
Dynamics: concept of force, types of force, free-body diagram, Newton's laws
Energy, work, power, and efficiency
Density, pressure, Archimedes’ law
Basics of fluid flow
Temperature scales and thermal expansion
Heat storage and changes of state

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

You are able to describe the most essential physical quantities and principles covered in the course and apply your knowledge in simple cases.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

You are able to present accurately the physical quantities and principles covered in the course and apply your knowledge in practice.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

You are able to present accurately the physical quantities and principles covered in the course and apply your knowledge in new and demanding cases.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

You are able to describe the most essential physical quantities and principles covered in the course and apply your knowledge in simple cases.