Physics I

Code:

L.EIC008

Acronym:

F I

Keywords
Classification	Keyword
OFICIAL	Physics

Instance: 2024/2025 - 2S

Active?	Yes
Web Page:	https://sigarra.up.pt/feup/pt/conteudos_adm.list?pct_pag_id=249640&pct_parametros=pv_ocorrencia_id=541873
Responsible unit:	Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering
Course/CS Responsible:	Bachelor in Informatics and Computing Engineering

Cycles of Study/Courses

Acronym	No. of Students	Study Plan	Curricular Years	Credits UCN	Credits ECTS	Contact hours	Total Time
L.EIC	476	Syllabus	1	-	6	52	162

Teaching language

Suitable for English-speaking students

Objectives

1. To present a detailed description of the basic concepts of Classic Mechanics with a special emphasis on the most essential aspects, trying to develop intuition and reasoning;


2. To introduce the necessary mathematical tools to describe fundamental aspects of Classical Mechanics


3. To develop the ability to apply mathematics to problems of the real world of physics and engineering;


4. To include examples of applications in order to interpret obtained results, considering whenever possible, current application topics

Learning outcomes and competences

Students who successfully complete this course will:

1- be capable of explaining basic concepts and physical phenomena using appropriate vocabulary in Classical Mechanics

2- Solve simple equations of motion analytically, using the method of separation of variables.

3- Apply Newton’s laws, as well as conservation laws for linear and angular momentum, and energy.

4-Identify the forces and torques acting on a mechanical system and write down the equations of motion.

5- Use fundamental Classical Mechanics principles to determine pertinent physical quantities

6- Be capable of teamwork in solving problems and also be able to solve problems independently.

Working method

Presencial

Pre-requirements (prior knowledge) and co-requirements (common knowledge)

Vector, differential and integral calculus.

Program

1. Kinematics. Solution of simple motion equations using the method of separation of variables. Curvilinear motion. Tangent and normal vectors. Centripetal acceleration. Trajectory curvature.


2. Vector Mechanics. Newton's laws. Types of forces found in mechanical systems. Static equilibrium.


3. Work and energy. Conservation of energy


4. Systems of particles. Center of mass. The motion of the center of mass.


5. Conservation of linear and angular momentum.


6. Rigid-body dynamics. Torque. Moment of inertia.


7. Simple harmonic motion. Damped and forced oscillations. The simple pendulum.

Mandatory literature

Paul A. Tipler; Physics for scientists and engineers. ISBN: 0-7167-4389-2
Hugh D. Young; Sears and Zemansky.s university physics with modern physics. ISBN: 0-321-20469-7

Complementary Bibliography

Herch Moysés Nussenzveig; Curso de física básica. ISBN: 85-212-0046-3 (vol.1)

Comments from the literature

Estima-se que os estudantes dediquem ao estudo da unidade curricular de Física um período de tempo médio de 8 horas semanais.

Teaching methods and learning activities

Theoretical classes: Fundamental concepts and principles are introduced in these lectures, illustrated by the resolution of several application problems.

TP classes: Problem-solving by the students, under the supervision of the professor.

There will also be an optional experimental activity where damped oscillations will be studied using a smartphone's 3D accelerometer.

keywords

Physical sciences > Mathematics > Mathematical analysis > Differential equations
Physical sciences > Physics > Classical mechanics

Evaluation Type

Distributed evaluation with final exam

Assessment Components

Designation	Weight (%)
Exame	60,00
Participação presencial	0,00
Teste	40,00
Total:	100,00

Amount of time allocated to each course unit

Designation	Time (hours)
Estudo autónomo	110,00
Frequência das aulas	52,00
Total:	162,00

Eligibility for exams

► For students in 1st registration:

The number of absences defined by UP regulation.

► For students with two or more registrations:

For these students there is no criterion of attendance; there is no marking of absences.

Calculation formula of final grade

FM = min (0.4*Max (DA, E1) + 0.6*E2+AF, 20)

where

FM – Final mark

DA – Distributed Assessment: individual resolution of a test

E1 – First part of the exam (normal and “recurso”) where the same subject of the DA component is evaluated

E2 – Second part of the exam (normal and “recurso”) where the remaining subjects taught are evaluated

AF: Grade in the facultative assessment (maximum of 1 out of 20). This grade is only applied if the student gets approval without AF.

The mark of the DA component of the previous academic year may be considered if there is no DA in the current academic year. The mark of the DA component in the current academic year replaces that of the previous year.

Regardless of the DA mark obtained in the current year, all students can attend the two exams, normal and “recurso”.

Examinations or Special Assignments

None.

Classification improvement

The mark at recurso season is calculated through same way as the final mark in the normal season.