Physics

Course objectives

Successful students will be able to manage the basic concept of Classical Physics (Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Electromagnetism), and to solve simple exercises on these topics. Therefore, they will be able to understand the physical aspects of the phenomena they will encounter during their studies and, later, in their professional activity. They will also be able to understand the way of proceeding of Physics, i.e. how the scientific method is applied in a quantitative discipline. This will be useful in their experience in Natural Science.

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ALESSANDRA BETTI Lecturers' profile

Program - Frequency - Exams

Prerequisites
Knowledge of basic mathematical elements common to all five-year upper secondary school courses is necessary: ​​equivalences, proportions, powers, logarithms, exponential function, sine and cosine, elements of trigonometry, first and second degree equations, inequalities , systems of linear equations. Previous knowledge of: -) basic elements of vector algebra is recommended: concept of vector, components in a reference system, sum/difference of vectors, scalar and vector product. -) concept of derivative and integral, calculation of derivatives and integrals of elementary functions.
Exam mode
The exam will consist of a single oral test, lasting approximately 30 minutes. Three questions will be asked during the test. -) The first question will be dedicated to solving a simple Physics exercise on the topics of the course. In addition to the correctness of the result, the student's ability to correctly set the solution to the exercise, to schematize the physical system, and identify the laws and principles necessary for the solution will be evaluated. -) The other two questions will be asked to verify understanding of the theory relating to the topics covered in the course. Knowledge and understanding of the fundamental laws will be assessed, and where necessary the derivation of the laws starting from the hypotheses on the physical system in question.
Lesson mode
The lessons are held in person and include theoretical explanations and the resolution of exercises.
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RICCARDO FACCINI Lecturers' profile
  • Lesson code97597
  • Academic year2025/2026
  • CourseNatural Sciences
  • CurriculumSingle curriculum
  • Year1st year
  • Semester2nd semester
  • SSDFIS/01
  • CFU6
  • Subject areaDiscipline fisiche