FY528: Physics for Biology and Pharmacy
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Course introduction
The aim of the course is to provide an introduction to a number of topics within basic physics. The course focuses on topics relevant to pharmacists and biologists. During the course, the conceptual understanding of physical phenomena is practised, as well as the ability to mathematically process simple systems. Experimental exercises and quantitative analysis of trial results form an integral part of the course.
The course builds on the knowledge acquired in upper secondary school and forms the Foundation for future studies in pharmacy and biology.
In relation to the qualification profile of the degree programme, the course explicitly focuses on:
- Understand how knowledge about nature is achieved through interaction Between theory and experiment.
- Apply theories and methods in physics.
- Knowledge formation 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
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Examination regulations
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Laboratory exercises
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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 |
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Approval of reports upon participation in laboratory exercises in physics
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Written exam
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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.
Teacher responsible
| Name | Department | |
|---|---|---|
| Adam Cohen Simonsen | adam@sdu.dk | Fysik |
| Martin Snoager Sloth | sloth@cp3.sdu.dk | Fysik |