Physics
A.Y. 2018/2019
Learning objectives
The aim of the module is to give the basic knowledge of physics that is necessary for the study of the professional disciplines of agricultural sciences.
Expected learning outcomes
The student gains the ability to formulate and solve simple problems of applied physics.
Lesson period: Second semester
Assessment methods: Esame
Assessment result: voto verbalizzato in trentesimi
Single course
This course cannot be attended as a single course. Please check our list of single courses to find the ones available for enrolment.
Course syllabus and organization
Single session
Responsible
Lesson period
Second semester
Course syllabus
Course organization The Physics course is organized in two half courses: First half-course: Mechanics Second half-course: Thermal Physics and Electromagnetism Detailed Contents / Program Mechanics Detailed Contents Introduction to Physics: Systems of Units - SI System - Customary/British Units - Scientific Notation - Converting units - Scalar and Vectors One- dimensional Kinematics Two-dimensional Kinematics - Projectile motion Dynamics Newton's laws of Motion Application of Newton's laws: Weight Normal Forces Frictional Forces Strings and Springs Pulley Tilts Translational Equilibrium Work and Kinetic Energy Potential Energy and Conservation of Energy. Thermal Physics Detailed Content Temperature and Heat Phases and Phases change The laws of thermodynamics. Electromagnetism Detailed Content Electric Charges, Forces, and Fields Electric Potential and Electric Potential Energy Capacitors, Resistors and Electric current Magnetism Magnetic Flux and Law of Induction Electromagnetic Wave.
Teaching methods
Recorded lection notesBook Walker (Pearson Ed.)
FIS/07 - APPLIED PHYSICS - University credits: 6
Practicals: 24 hours
Lessons: 36 hours
Lessons: 36 hours
Professor:
Chiantoni Guido
Professor(s)