PHYS106 GENERAL PHYSICS II

Course Code:2300106
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):4 (3.00 - 2.00)
ECTS Credit:6.0
Department:Physics
Language of Instruction:English
Level of Study:Undergraduate
Course Coordinator:Lecturer Dr. MUSTAFA ÖZBAKAN
Offered Semester:Spring Semesters.

Course Objectives

The objective of this course is to provide a calculus-based physics course to help students pursuing advanced studies in engineering develop conceptual understanding of physical principles, the ability to reason, and gain skills for problem solving.


Course Content

Electric charge; electric field; Gauss` law, electric potential; capacitance; current and resistance; circuits; magnetic field; Ampere`s law; Faraday`s law of induction; electro-magnetic oscillations; alternating currents.


Course Learning Outcomes

1) Understand how phycists approach and solve problems in mechanics, 2) Apply those methods to solve problems of mechanics, 3) Use inductive reasoning and calculus level mathematics to solve problems in mechanics, 4) Engage in independent and collaborative learning, 5) Identify, find, and use the tools of information science as it relates to mechanics, 6) Critically evaluate both source and content of scientific information.