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

Materials

OpenStax University Physics vol 1. Chapters 1-11.

pdf available in www.openstax.org

Teaching methods

Interactive lessons at campus 3-4 hrs per week. No remote participation possibility. Attendance required.

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

Only if agreed with the teacher separately.

Student workload

135 hrs in total, of which 50 hrs lessons and 85 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

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