FY528: Physics for Biology and Pharmacy
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Entry requirements
Academic preconditions
Students taking the course are expected to have basic a knowledge of vectors and calculus. They should be able to use the fundamental laws of arithmetic on abstract symbols (calculations with letters rather than numbers).
Course introduction
physics. The course emphasizes topics of relevance for biologists and
pharmacists.
In the course, students will practise the conceptual
understanding of physical phenomena and the ability to describe these
mathematically.
Experimental exercises and the quantitative analysis of experimental results are an integrated part of the course.
The course builds on knowledge acquired in high school and creates a foundation for future studies in pharmacy and biology.
In relation to the competence profile of the degree it is the explicit focus of the course to:
- Understand how knowledge about nature is obtained through the interplay between theory and experiment.
- Apply theories and methods in physics.
- Acquisition of knowledge and experimental methods in physics.
Expected learning outcome
The learning objective of the course is that the student demonstrates the ability to:
- Identify the physical laws and methods of relevance to a given physical problem.
- Apply simple mathematical tools to solve a physical problem and evaluate the validity of own computed results.
- Apply physical principles and concepts to estimate the behaviour of a physical system.
- Perform physical experiments, describe the outcome and interpret the results of these experiments.
Content
The following main topics are contained in the course:
- Mechanics: Kinematics, newtons laws, statics, mechanical energy, Hookes law, momentum.
- Fluids and Transport: Hydrostatics, pressure, buoyancy, fluids, viscosity, diffusion, brownian motion.
- Thermodynamics: Heat, work, internal energy, the 1st law of thermodynamics, ideal gasses, osmosis, changes in ideal gasses
- Electromagnetism
and Optics: Electrical and magnetic fields, light, reflection,
refraction, absorbtion (Lambert-Beers law), polarization, optical
activity.
Literature
See Blackboard for syllabus lists and additional literature references.
Examination regulations
Prerequisites for participating in the examelement a)
Timing
Tests
Laboratory exercises
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To be announced during the course
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The prerequisite examination is a prerequisite for participation in exam element a)
Exam element a)
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Prerequisites
| Type | Prerequisite name | Prerequisite course |
|---|---|---|
| Examination part | Prerequisites for participating in the examelement a) | N500026101, FY528: Physics for Biology and Pharmacy |
Tests
Approval of reports upon participation in laboratory exercises in physics
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To be announced during the course
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The examination form for re-examination may be different from the exam form at the regular exam.
Exam element b)
Timing
Tests
Written exam
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Duration
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Not allowed. A closer description of the exam rules will be posted under 'Course Information' on Blackboard.
ECTS value
Additional information
The examination The examination form for re-examination may be different from the exam form at the regular exam.
Indicative number of lessons
Teaching Method
At the faculty of science, teaching is organized after the three-phase model ie. intro, training and study phase.
The lectures introduce the concepts and methods of the course. Tutorials develop problem solving skills and the application of physical concepts. Lab exercises will practice experimental methods and illustrate physical phenomena.
Activities during the study phase:
- Writing of lab reports.
- Home assignment
- Preparation for tutorials and laboratory exercises
- Supplementary topics for study groups.