IPLUSO 7336

Fundamentals of Physics

• ApresentaçãoPresentation

  Physics is a broad scientific discipline with applications across virtually all modern technologies. It provides scientific foundations for engineering and is particularly relevant in the fields of electronics, robotics and automation . This course aims to provide students with the fundamental principles of Physics in the areas of mechanics and electromagnetism, while fostering autonomy, critical thinking and problem-solving skills that will support learning in more specialised courses within the programme and, subsequently, in their professional careers in technology-related fields. The course offers an introduction to the topics, beginning with fundamentals such as scalar and vector quantities and progressing to study the motion of bodies, energy, mechanical forces, electric charges and electromagnetic fields. Particular emphasis is placed on visualisation and experimental demonstration of the concepts discussed, supported by software-based learning tools and laboratories sessions.
• ProgramaProgramme

  Dimensions and Vector Review: Scalar and vector quantities, Dimensions and units, Vector algebra Kinematics in One and Two Dimensions: Position, velocity and acceleration, Motion in one and two dimensions: projectile motion Particle Dynamics and Newton's Laws: Force, Newton's laws, Gravitational force, frictional force and elastic force Work and Energy: Work and kinetic energy, Conservative forces and potential energy, Conservation of mechanical energy Systems of Particles: Centre of mass and conservation of linear momentum, Collisions, Rigid body: rotational dynamics and statics Electrostatics and Coulomb's Law: Insulators and conductors, Coulomb's law and electrostatic force Electric Field and Electric Flux: Electric field, Electric flux and Gauss's law, Electric potential Magnetic Force and Magnetic Field: Magnetic force, Laplace's and Biot-Savart laws Magnetic Flux and Electromagnetic Induction: Magnetic flux, Induced currents, Faraday's and Lenz's laws
• ObjectivosObjectives

  This course unit provides the scientific foundation for several subsequent courses within the degree programme. It is therefore designed to offer broad coverage of the subject matter, encompassing the fundamental laws of particle mechanics as well as the basic principles of electric and magnetic fields. The course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to analyse and solve problems based on simple real physical phenomena, applying the concepts and laws introduced throughout the course. Furthermore, students are expected to strengthen their problem-solving abilities while developing the capacity to relate theoretical physical principles to their practical applications through laboratory experiments and software-assisted learning activities.
• BibliografiaBibliography

  Slides fornecidos pela docente; Halliday D., Resnick R., Walker J., Fundamentals of Physics (12 th Ed.). John Wiley & Sons inc., 2021, ISBN 978-1-119-77351-1; Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett, Physics for Scientists and Engineers with Modern Physics 10th Edition, Cengage Learning , 2018, ISBN 9781337553292; Todos as temáticas serão desenvolvidas com o apoio das ferramentas de visualização, programas elaborados pelos docentes para ilustrar as leis físicas, as aplicações discutidas e alguns problemas resolvidos durante as aulas práticas.
• MetodologiaMethodology

  There is no distinction between lectures and practical classes. In a constructive alignment approach, concepts and laws are introduced and discussed. Students are actively engaged in the analysis of problems related to the topics covered. Teaching is supported through videos and simulations. All topics are taught with an emphasis on practical application, encouraging students to discuss and analyse real physical situations using software and simple laboratory projects. Students also work in groups to research and deliver oral presentations on selected topics within the framework of flipped classroom approach. To develop problem-solving skills, students are challenged to work collaboratively on a set of exercises. Problems not completed during class may be solved outside the classroom and submitted for feedback. In addition to fostering autonomy in problem-solving, the course aims to develop students' ability to visualise and understand the relationships between physical quantities
• LínguaLanguage

  Português
• TipoType

  Semestral
• ECTS

  3
• NaturezaNature

  Mandatory
• EstágioInternship

  Não