Engineering Physics 1 (5 cr)

Objective

After completion of the course the student
• knows the basics of mechanics
• is able to solve problems related to motion and energy.

Content

• Units, quantities and graphical presentation
• Kinematics
• Mechanics

Location and time

2 hrs per week (1-2 sessions per week) according to calendar in Oma.

Weekly homework exercises that will impact evaluation (weight ~40% of total course).

Materials

OpenStax University Physics vol 1. Chapters 1-11.

pdf available in www.openstax.org

Teaching methods

Interactive online lessons of approximately one hour twice per week. Attendance required. Additionally self study material.

Employer connections

None.

Exam schedules

Four mid-term exams at regular intervals. Re-exams only if agreed before the actual exam date. No chance to take re-exams to improve grade.

International connections

None.

Completion alternatives

Not available.

Student workload

135 hrs in total, of which 35 hrs on-line lessons and 100 hrs self-study with lesson refresh, homework and study for mid-term exams.

Content scheduling

Lessons on every week on the semester. Mid-term exams on four weeks interval.

Further information

None.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student
• has achieved the objectives of the course to a satisfactory level
• is able to identify, define and use concepts and models in the subject area of the course
• understands the conditions and principles of the development of expertise
• has completed the learning tasks required for the course to the minimum standard
• has developed their competences in such a way that they will be able to complete their future professional studies and eventually work in the field.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student
• has achieved the objectives of the course well, although there are still areas where knowledge and skills need to be improved
• has completed the learning tasks of the course at a satisfactory or good level
• has a good understanding of the concepts and models of the subject matter of the course and is able to carry out a reasoned analysis
• is able to apply what they have learned in learning and working situations
• understands the importance of expertise in the field and is able to analyse their own expertise.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student
• has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks
• has completed the learning tasks of the course at a good or excellent level
• has an excellent command of the concepts and models of the subject matter of the course
• is able to analyse clearly and reasonably and propose practical development measures
• has a good ability to apply what they have learned in learning and working situations
• is able to analyse their expertise in their field and their own development towards expertise.

Assessment methods and criteria

Max 50 pts
Grade 5: 44 pts
Grade 4: 37 pts
Grade 3: 30 pts
Grade 2: 24 pts
Grade 1 (pass): 17 pts