Course - Physics/chemistry - VB6104
Physics/chemistry
This course is no longer taught and is only available for examination.
About
About the course
Course content
Physics: Kinematics. Newton´s laws. Work. Kinetic and potential energy. Linear momentum. Moment of inertia. Torque. Harmonic oscillator. Pressure. Buoyancy. Viscosity. Flow with loss. Pumps. Oscillations including damping and resonance. Wave propagation and wave phenomena. Chemistry: Atoms and the periodic system. Chemical bond. Reactions and stoichiometry. Aggregates. Solutions. Chemical equilibrium. Acids and bases.
Learning outcome
Knowledge:The candidate* has knowledge of basic classical mechanics, fluid mechanics, wave physics, and chemistry* can define and explain the most important concepts within basic classical mechanics, fluid mechanics, wave physics, and chemistry* is familiar with relevant applications in physics and chemistrySkills:The candidate can* formulate and solve, with analytical and numerical methods, mathematical models for given problems related to classical mechanics, fluid mechanics, wave physics, and chemistry* associate variables, used in idealized models, with real quantities in physics and chemistry* conduct measurements, and analyze, interpret, and document the results* perform calculations with quantities and units in the SI system, and is able to make transformations between different unit systems* describe atoms and bonds between atoms* name simple chemical compounds* find and use data from relevant tablesGeneral competence:The candidate* can motivate and justify professional choices and convey this to others in terms of basic physics and chemistry* participate actively in group work and professional discussions
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, exercises, laboratory work. Expected work load in the course is 300 hours. (Lectures: ca 75 hours. Exercises: ca 25 hours. Laboratory work: ca 20 hours. Self-study: ca 180 hours.)
Compulsory assignments
- Oblig
Further on evaluation
Written exam. Letter grades A - F. The re-sit examination may be changed from written to oral.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Continuing Education, Faculty of Engineering Science and Technology (EVUIVE0)
Continuing Education, Faculty of Engineering Science and Technology (TKIVTEVU)
Recommended previous knowledge
None beyond the acceptance criteria.
Required previous knowledge
None beyond the acceptance criteria.
Course materials
Physics: University Physics, OpenStax.Chemistry: Chemistry 2e, OpenStax.Information about course curriculum and optional literature is given at the start-up of the term.
Subject areas
- Physics
- Chemistry
Contact information
Course coordinator
Lecturers
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Manufacturing and Civil Engineering
Department with administrative responsibility
Examination
Examination
Ordinary examination - Spring 2024
School exam
The specified room can be changed and the final location will be ready no later than 3 days before the exam. You can find your room location on Studentweb.