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Department of Mathematics and Applications
"Renato Caccioppoli"


Physics 1 with Laboratory

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Physics 1 with Laboratory

Credits

10

Prerequisites

None

Scientific-disciplinary sector (SSD)

FIS/01 Experimental Physics

Examination method

Written exam (exercises and numerical problems, possibly multiple-choice) and oral interview

Learning
objectives

The primary aim of the course is to provide basic knowledge and skills in mechanics and thermodynamics. To this end, phenomenology and formalism will be presented in class, and experimental practice in the laboratory. Great attention will be paid to methodological aspects and to the broader cultural dimension of science.

Syllabus

7 ECTS credits are devoted to the phenomenological and formal part. In brief, the fundamental topics of classical mechanics and thermodynamics will be covered: a) kinematics (first in one and then in several dimensions), statics and dynamics of a point particle; b) work and energy; c) systems of point particles, collisions, elements of rigid body mechanics; d) fluids; e) elements of thermodynamics.
3 ECTS credits are devoted to the laboratory. In brief, the main fundamental topics of experimental physics will be introduced: a) units of measurement; b) elements of the theory of measurement errors; c) techniques for the analysis of experimental data. Practical experiments will be carried out aimed at measuring physical quantities or verifying specific physical laws.

Expected learning
outcomes

At the end of the course, students must demonstrate that they:

  • know and understand the phenomenological properties and the descriptive formalism of mechanical and thermodynamic systems;
  • are able to apply these concepts to solve problems related to the course topics independently;
  • are able to communicate ideas and solutions clearly, rigorously and effectively to both specialist and non-specialist audiences;
  • are able to identify the most appropriate methods to analyse and solve a problem related to the course topics and to interpret the results correctly.

Learning outcomes
to be assessed

The knowledge and skills acquired on the course topics will be assessed, taking into account procedural skills (problem-solving techniques), argumentative skills (the ability to represent reality in terms of the theory) and practical skills (the ability to carry out and interpret an experiment).