PHYS1101 Fundamental Physics I

Fundamental Physics1 introduces the following concepts:

Mechanics (Statics)

1. Units and standards
2. Forces as vectors
3. Force System Resultants
4. Equilibrium of a Rigid Body

Mechanics (Dynamics)

1. Kinematics
2. Force and Acceleration
3. Work and Energy

Oscillations, Wave motion, Sound, Light

1. Oscillations
2. Wave motion
3. Sound

Electromagnetism

1. Electric charge and electric field
2. Electric potential
3. Electric current and resistance
4. Magnetism
5. Introduction to Electromagnetic waves

This topic aims to lay the foundation that students can use the principles of Physics for understanding and solving problems in all areas of Engineering. In particular the topic aims that students:

• Will understand and apply the fundamental principles of kinematics, mehcanical forces, oscillations, waves, sound, light and Electromagnetism
• Will learn how to use the principles of kinematics, mechanical forces, oscillations, waves, sound, light and Electromagnetism for problem solving
• Will develop the understanding how to carry out experiments in a Physics laboratory

2. Understand and communicate the basic principles of kinematics, mechanical forces, oscillations, waves, sound, light and Electromagnetism
4. Apply the concepts of Kinematics, mechanical forces, oscillations, waves, sound, light and Electromagnetism for solving Engineering problems
6. Safely carry out experiments in a Physics laboratory
8. Evaluate and communicate results from Laboratory in written and oral forms
10. Understand roles within a team through participation in team activities