Physics I - Mechanics and waves [SPHYB112]

Learning outcomes

Classical mechanics applied to concrete cases (living and non-living)

Mathematical rigor, scientific reasoning and critical thinking

Objectives

Mastering basic concepts in classical mechanics 
To be able to recognize the physical principles at play in applications related to the living and non-living

Content

Introduction - Kinematics - Forces - Newton's 1st and 3rd law - Newton's second law - torque - momentum - 
work, energy and power - gas - thermodynamics - diffusion - capillarity and osmosis - fluid mechanics - 
uniform circular motion - harmonic motion - sound waves - ultrasound and Doppler Effect