Physics I(MAT305)
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theory | Practice | Lab | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAT305 | Physics I | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| Prerequisites | |
| Admission Requirements |
| Language of Instruction | |
| Course Type | Compulsory |
| Course Level | Bachelor Degree |
| Course Instructor(s) | Yorgo ŞENİKOĞLU ysenikoglu@gsu.edu.tr (Email) |
| Assistant | |
| Objective |
Ability to question and initiation to physics methodology based on the concepts and principles of classical mechanics. Analyze different situations and physical phenomena based on the fundamental principles of classical mechanics: describe the translation and rotation movement of bodies, apply the concepts and laws of dynamics to the analysis of the movement of bodies. Tools: vector equation projection, polar coordinates, vector derivative and vector product (simple cases) |
| Content | Mechanics (kinematics, dynamics in Galilean frame of reference, work and energy, change of frame of reference) |
| Course Learning Outcomes |
At the end of this course, the student will be able to: 1. To use the mathematical tools necessary to understand and resolve problems of point dynamics (derivatives and integrals of polynomials and usual functions, sum, difference, scalar product and derivative operations on vectors, solving an equation 1st order differential) 2. To determine the speed then the acceleration of a point knowing its position as well as determine the position of a point knowing its acceleration. 3. To resolve, by application of the fundamental principle of dynamics, all the problems more in 2 dimensions for all types of rectilinear, parabolic (ballistic) movements, circular (using Cartesian and/or polar coordinates) 4. To progress in mastering the problems of free fall with fluid friction 5. To develop mastery of reasoning in polar coordinates in more precise movements |
| Teaching and Learning Methods | Lectures, exercise sessions and practical work in mechanics. |
| References |
- Physics for Scientists and Engineers by Serway and Jewett (Cengace Learning,9th Edition,2014) - Fundamentals of physics (Halliday and Resnick) - L’Univers Mécanique (Valentin) |
Theory Topics
| Week | Weekly Contents |
|---|---|
| 1 | Basic notions, Mathematics, Physics and Measurements |
| 2 | Vectors |
| 3 | 1 Dimensional Motion |
| 4 | 2 Dimensional Motion |
| 5 | Laws of Motion |
| 6 | Circular Motion and Other Applications of Newton’s Laws |
| 7 | Midterm 1 |
| 8 | Energy of a system |
| 9 | Conservation of Energy |
| 10 | The Law of Gravitation |
| 11 | Midterm 2 |
| 12 | Linear Momentum and Collision of 2 Bodies |
| 13 | Rotation of a rigid object about a fixed axis |
| 14 | Angular Momentum |
Practice Topics
| Week | Weekly Contents |
|---|---|
| 1 | Basic notions, Mathematics, Physics and Measurements |
| 2 | Vectors |
| 3 | 1 Dimensional Motion |
| 4 | 2 Dimensional Motion |
| 5 | Laws of Motion |
| 6 | Circular Motion and Other Applications of Newton’s Laws |
| 7 | Midterm 1 |
| 8 | Energy of a system |
| 9 | Conservation of Energy |
| 10 | The Law of Gravitation |
| 11 | Midterm 2 |
| 12 | Linear Momentum and Collision of 2 Bodies |
| 13 | Rotation of a rigid object about a fixed axis |
| 14 | Angular Momentum |
Contribution to Overall Grade
| Number | Contribution | |
|---|---|---|
| Contribution of in-term studies to overall grade | 2 | 50 |
| Contribution of final exam to overall grade | 1 | 50 |
| Toplam | 3 | 100 |
In-Term Studies
| Number | Contribution | |
|---|---|---|
| Assignments | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation | 0 | 0 |
| Midterm Examinations (including preparation) | 2 | 50 |
| Project | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 |
| Other Applications | 0 | 0 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 |
| Term Paper/ Project | 0 | 0 |
| Portfolio Study | 0 | 0 |
| Reports | 0 | 0 |
| Learning Diary | 0 | 0 |
| Thesis/ Project | 0 | 0 |
| Seminar | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 |
| Toplam | 2 | 50 |
| No | Program Learning Outcomes | Contribution | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
| 1 | understands principles of deductive reasoning; has experience to verify well-foundedness and exactness of mathematical statements in systematic ways; | X | ||||
| 2 | can properly state and use concepts and results of major mathematical interest; | X | ||||
| 3 | masters current computational techniques and algorithms; has a good ability in their use; can identify relevant tools, among those one has learned, suitable to solve a problem and is able to judge whether or not one is in possession of these tools; | X | ||||
| 4 | is able to express one’s mathematical ideas in an organised way both in written and oral forms; | X | ||||
| 5 | understands relations connecting substantial concepts and results; can switch from one viewpoint to another on mathematical objects (pictures, formulae, precise statements, heuristic trials, list of examples,...); | X | ||||
| 6 | has followed individually a guided learning strategy; has pursued steps toward the resolution of unfamiliar problems; | X | ||||
| 7 | has a theoretical and practical knowledge in computer science well adapted for learning a programming language; | X | ||||
| 8 | has investigated the relevance of modeling and using mathematical tools in natural sciences and in the professional life; is conscious about historical development of mathematical notions; | X | ||||
| 9 | has followed introduction to some mathematical or non-mathematical disciplines after one’s proper choice; had experience to learn selected subjects according to one’s proper arrangement; | X | ||||
| 10 | masters French language as well as other foreign languages, to a level sufficient to study or work abroad. | X | ||||
| Activities | Number | Period | Total Workload |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Working Hours out of Class | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Midterm Examinations (including preparation) | 2 | 20 | 40 |
| Final Examinations (including preparation) | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Total Workload | 116 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 | 4.64 | ||
| Credits ECTS | 5 | ||