PHYS181 BASIC PHYSICS I
| Course Code: | 2300181 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 5 (4.00 - 2.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 5.0 |
| Department: | Physics |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Assoc.Prof.Dr. TUNCAY İNCESU |
| Offered Semester: | Fall Semesters. |
Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to construct a framework for understanding mechanics namely motion, Newton's laws of motion, circular motion, energy and momentum conservation laws and vibratory motion. By utilizing this knowledge, students will also be able to relate experimental observations to certain physical laws governing mechanics.
Course Content
Physics and measurement; vector and scalar quantities; describing motion: one dimensional motion; two dimensional motion; motion and force: dynamics; circular motion; work and energy; conservation of energy; linear momentum; rotational motion; static equilibrium and elasticity; vibrations and waves; sound.
Course Learning Outcomes
The ultimate aim of the course is to give students a thorough understanding of the basic concepts of physics, namely mechanics. On the other hand, students are expected to see that physics is also important in their daily lives and their future professions by the applications of physics in other areas of science, medicine and other disciplines.