As part of the competency-based approach, students will receive training in the following critical areas of learning.
Communicate concepts, experimental results and their interpretation:
Select the appropriate tool for presenting information (table, graph, equation, etc.).
Construct a graph or diagram and ensure that it aligns with the accompanying written or oral explanations.
Develop relevant, structured, coherent and integrated written or oral communication that facilitates understanding.
Conduct experiments in physics:
Follow a written protocol.
Use measuring instruments.
Take measurements.
Analyse results.
Present results.
Model a physical phenomenon:
Discover models with guidance.
Distinguish between a model and the reality it describes.
Identify invariants (relevant parameters) that influence the domain.
Develop professionalism as a physicist:
Estimate the time required for tasks and plan activities accordingly.
This course is intended for first-year bachelor’s students in the physical, chemical, geological, geographical and mathematical sciences. It introduces the fundamental concepts needed to understand physicochemical phenomena. This component of the general physics course focuses on the mechanics of particles and solid bodies.
By the end of this course, students should be able to:
Engage in an ongoing process of learning and reflection.
Develop a responsible, critical and reflective approach to professional practice.
Structure their thoughts, communicate clearly in writing and orally using precise and appropriate vocabulary, and support their arguments.
Use appropriate techniques and tools to study and understand observable phenomena.
Combine scientific reasoning and critical thinking with a systems approach.
Express themselves in writing using correct scientific terminology.
Apply the formulae, laws and principles of classical mechanics appropriately to analyse and interpret situations in everyday and/or professional life.
Use orders of magnitude and units appropriately.
Explain and interpret natural and everyday phenomena using concepts from the physical sciences.
Develop scientific critical thinking and reasoning when addressing a given problem.
Mechanics of a point particle.
Mechanics of solid bodies.
Wave physics.
Thermal physics.
1. Mechanics of a point particle
Physics and its method
Kinematics of a point particle
Inertial reference frames
Dynamics of a point particle
Statics of forces
Work and energy
Momentum
2. Mechanics of solid bodies
Rotation of a solid body
Angular momentum and moment of inertia
Gravitation
Solids and fluids
3. Wave physics
Oscillations
Mechanical waves
Harmonic travelling waves
Energy transmitted by travelling waves
Wave reflection
Standing waves
Sound waves
The Doppler–Fizeau effect
4. Thermal physics
Thermometry and calorimetry: modes of heat transfer
This course includes exercise sessions (TD) and practical sessions (TP). The practical sessions (TP) are mandatory.
The course is delivered orally, supported by slide presentations and computer animations. Explanations are illustrated by appropriate scientific experiments performed in front of the students, as well as by videos.
The slides and animations shown during lectures are available on the Webcampus online platform.
Participatory teaching is encouraged through a smartphone application or a similar activity.
The UE consists of two AAs, and the examination is closed-book.
The assessment covers all material taught in the course. The “theory + exercises” AA is assessed in writing and may include multiple-choice questions, open-ended questions and exercises. This AA accounts for 80% of the UE grade. If the AA is passed, its grade can be carried forward to the following academic year. Within this AA, a passed theory component (75% of the AA grade) or a passed exercises component (25% of the AA grade) can be carried forward to the next examination session, but not to the following academic year.
Student attendance at the TP AA is compulsory (continuous assessment and assessment during the examination session). The TP grade accounts for 20% of the final UE grade. If the TP AA is passed, its grade is carried forward to the following academic year.
To obtain a final grade, students must take all parts of the examination (theory, TD and TP).
Physique 1 - Mécanique (H. Benson - Editions De Boeck Université)
Physique 3 - Ondes, Optique et Physique Moderne (H. Benson - Editions De Boeck Université)
Physque (J. Kane et M. Sternheim - Editions Dunod)
Physique (E. Hecht, Editions De Boeck)
Physique 2 : Mécanique (P. Avanzi - Editions LEP)
| Training | Block | Credits | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor in Physics | 1 | 8 | Yes |