This course provides a conceptually-based exposure to the fundamental principles and processes of the physical world. Topics include basic concepts of motion, forces, energy, heat, electricity, magnetism, optics, and the structure of matter and the universe. Laboratory experiments enhance and consolidate the understanding of basic physical principles and applications. Students will demonstrate basic communication skills by working in groups on laboratory experiments and thoughtful discussion and interpretation of data. Moreover student will be capable of written scientific communication and will prove that they can think critically and work independently.
Upon the successful completion of this course, students should be able to:
- demonstrate a rigorous understanding of the core theories and principles of physics, which include mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and quantum mechanics.
- apply critical reasoning skills to model and solve physics related problems.
- demonstrate proficiency in the collection, analysis and interpretation of data.
- investigate such things as the laws of motion, the structure of space and time, the nature and type of forces that hold different materials together, the interaction between different particles, the interaction of electromagnetic radiation with matter and so on.
- provide the student with a clear and logical presentation of the basic concepts and principles of physics.
- understanding of the concepts and principles through a broad range of interesting applications to the real world.
