Subject: Physics
Scientific Area:
Physics
Workload:
40 Hours
Number of ECTS:
3 ECTS
Language:
Portuguese
Overall objectives:
1 - Understanding the basic concepts and principles of Newtonian mechanics.
2 - Application of the basic concepts and principles to the phenomena of day-to-day life, nature and technology.
3 - Development of calculation ability by means of numerical evaluations in the resolution of problems.
Syllabus:
1 - Dimensional analysis
2 - Particle kinematics
3 - Particle dynamics
4 - Work and energy
5 - Rotation dynamics
Literature/Sources:
M. Alonso e E. J. Finn , 2012 , Física , Escolar Editora
D. Halliday, R. Resnick and J. Walker , 2001 , Fundamentals of Physics , Wiley
P. A. Tipler , 2002 , Física para Cientistas e Engenheiros: Mecânica, Oscilações e Ondas, Termodinâmica , LTC-Livros Técnicos e Científicos
Assesssment methods and criteria:
Classification Type: Quantitativa (0-20)
Evaluation Methodology:
The methodology employed in theoretical classes is expositive. The contents are laid out on the board, equations and formulae derived from first principles and great emphasis is put into the connection between physical formulae and the real world. Theoretical-practical classes consist in problem solving. Some key problems are worked out on the board, but the bulk of problems is solved independently by the students, who can count with individual assistance from the lecturer whenever needed. Evaluation Model: B. Evaluation Methodology: T and TP components: 2 written tests. In the examination period 1 or 2 of the 2 tests can be improved.