R. A. Serway, J. W. Jewett: Principles of Physics.
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Learning Objectives
Understanding of main concepts of physic with particular regard to those relevant for biological sciences. An important aspect is related to developing an appropriate intuotion and scientific approach.
Prerequisites
Calculus: derivatives and integrals. The concept of vectors and operations between vectors.
Teaching Methods
CFU: 9
Lectures on theory and solution of simple problems.
Type of Assessment
Oral exam
Course program
1) Principles of Newton. Classical mechanics, forces.
2)Units, vectors and scalars.
3) Kinematics in one and two dimensions. Circular motion.
4)Work and energy.
5) Collisions.
6) Temperature and kinetic theory of gases.
7) First law of thermodynamics.
8) Second law of thermodynamics.
9) Oscillatory motion. Waves, interference, acustic waves.
10) Statics and dynamics of fluids.
11) Electric fields, potential . Capacitors.
12) Electric current (simple electric circuits).
13) Magnetic fields and forces.
14)Maxwell's equations.
15) Electromagnetic waves.