Fundamentals of Physics

Presentation

This curricular unit pretend to highlight the role of physics (mechanics, gravitation, electricity, magnetism) and electrotechnology (electricity and signals) in shaping students and providing the foundation for other course UCs. At the end the student should be able to: State the fundamentals of classical mechanics. Know how to describe equations of motion through one and two-dimensional motion parameters. State Newton's Laws, the Laws of Conservation of Quantity of Energy and Movement and the rigid body equilibrium conditions. List the electrostatic laws. Distinguish between conductors and insulators. List and discuss electric field concepts. Know how to apply Ohm's Law and Kirchhoff's Laws in the analysis of electrical circuits. Identify and discuss concepts of magnetism. Identify waves and signals. Understand the implications of signal propagation through various means. Be able to identify the need for signal filtering and implement it.

Programme

IT Engineering

Level of Qualification|Semesters|ECTS

| Semestral | 5

Year | Type of course unit | Language

1 |Mandatory |Português

Code

ULP452-7336

Recommended complementary curricular units

 Algebra (vector calculation, system of equations).
Mathematics (potentials, radicals, derivatives and integrals). 

Professional Internship

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Syllabus

• Dimensional analysis. Unit systems. Homogeneity of an equation. Conversion of units.
• Vector analysis: Different types of quantities: scalar and vector. graphical and analytical representation and characterization of vector operations with and about vectors and their application to physics.
• Mechanics: One-dimensional movement. Two-dimensional movement. Mechanical energy. Energy conservation and amount of movement. Gravitation and Force Fields.
•  Electric Charges and Coulomb's Law. Electric field; Electric flow; Gauss's law. Electrostatic potential difference; Electrical capacity. Condensers and coils. Capacity and dielectrics
• Electrical Current and Resistance, Ohm's Law. Electric potential. Direct Current Circuits-Kirchhoff Laws. Power.
•  Magnetic field and magnetic force. Magnetic field sources and Ampere Law. Biot-Savart's law. Faraday and Lenz Laws and Induction.
• Signals and waves. Means of propagation. Signal Acquisition. Signal representation. Filtration.

Objectives

The introduction of fundamental concepts of general physics  will allow the student to obtain the skills necessary for a comprehensive training in the scientific area of the course and will provide the basic tools necessary for progression in their studies in the course and future exercise of the profession. It will qualify the students for the application of physical concepts in engineering, seeking fixation through laboratory applications.

Teaching methodologies and assessment

The contents of the course are exposed through theoretical and practical classes. Students will be involved in experimental activities, discussion and analysis of results as well as resolution of exercises / problems proposed.

The assessment is continuous according to the Lusófona University Knowledge Assessment Regulation and consists of:

• Two assessment frequencies (40% each)
• Lab assignments (20%). Attendance mandatory.

References

• Apontamentos fornecidos pela docente- Parte Teorica e fichas práticas com algumas soluções.
• Halliday, D., Resnick, R., & Walker, J. (2016). Principles of Physics Extended, International Student Version. Wiley.

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