Physics - Fisica (2008/2009)

Learning outcomes

This course aims at giving the basic knowledge of physics, of the physical instrumentations and of the empiric studies. In particular: methodology of mechanics of bodies in the form given by Newton, with indications on atoms and molecules; the physical basis and the law of thermodynamics and energetic exchanges; the concepts and laws of electromagnetism and its applications to technology

Velocity, acceleration, force. Newton law. Motion. Gravitation.
Fluids and their laws. Calorimetry, temperatura, gas laws. The principles of thermodynamics.
Charges and electric forces. POtential, electric field. Electric current. Electric circuits. Magnetic field. Magnetic forces. Atoms and molecules. Electromagnetic waves. Variable current circuits. The laws of optics. Refraction, reflection, interference and diffraction. Geometric oprics

The examination is through a written and oral session on the treated arguments.