ID:
501080
Duration (hours):
90
CFU:
9
SSD:
FISICA DELLA MATERIA
Year:
2025
Overview
Date/time interval
Secondo Semestre (02/03/2026 - 12/06/2026)
Syllabus
Course Objectives
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING This course aims to teach the fundamentals of mechanics and kinematics of point particles, and to introduce core concepts such as work, energy, and resonance. These concepts are foundational for addressing, in the second part of the course, the mechanics of extended bodies, elements of fluid mechanics, and thermodynamics. ______________ APPLIED KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING The course's goal is to equip students with the elementary tools necessary for correctly understanding complex phenomena as they continue their studies. A key feature of this course is to encourage students to identify, as needed, the relevant knowledge to apply to accurately describe physical processes across all scales, from microscopic to macroscopic. ______________ AUTONOMY OF JUDGMENT By presenting various approaches to problem-solving and showcasing different examples of technique analysis, the course aims to develop students' ability to independently choose the most useful solution strategy based on the type of exercise and their specific skills. Additionally, various activities are planned to allow students to self-assess their learning through peer comparison and discussion with the instructor. ______________ COMMUNICATION SKILLS Throughout the course, attention will be paid to highlighting two aspects of communication: the importance of lexical correctness and the ability to discuss the subject by providing supporting demonstrations and examples. ______________ LEARNING ABILITIES Through presenting the subject matter under different interpretive keys, the course aims to demonstrate that there can be various ways of learning and understanding certain topics. At the same time, the course aims to illustrate how, regardless of the learning path taken, students will ultimately achieve the same skills and knowledge.
Course Prerequisites
Excellent knowledge of the Italian- Knowledge of trigonometry and Euclidean geometry. Knowledge of vectors and vector operations in three dimensions. Ability to perform a function study (curve sketching/analysis). Knowledge of the content of the Analysis 1 course, with particular reference to the calculation of integrals and derivatives. Solving systems of differential equations.
Teaching Methods
Lectures (hours/year in lecture theatre): 38
Practical class (hours/year in lecture theatre): 50
Practicals / Workshops (hours/year in lecture theatre): 0
This course will heavily utilize online learning resources, which will be made available progressively on the course's Kiro (online learning platform) website.
Classroom activities will be highly interactive to foster critical thinking, interpersonal skills, and self-assessment.
Specifically, lectures will cover both theoretical and applied aspects of the subject matter.
Professors will work through several examples on the board. Following this, students will engage in small group activities to solve exercises. During these sessions, instructors will provide support to help the different groups identify effective problem-solving techniques. This part is particularly crucial for helping students understand how to apply acquired knowledge to find solutions for previously unanalyzed problems.
Practical class (hours/year in lecture theatre): 50
Practicals / Workshops (hours/year in lecture theatre): 0
This course will heavily utilize online learning resources, which will be made available progressively on the course's Kiro (online learning platform) website.
Classroom activities will be highly interactive to foster critical thinking, interpersonal skills, and self-assessment.
Specifically, lectures will cover both theoretical and applied aspects of the subject matter.
Professors will work through several examples on the board. Following this, students will engage in small group activities to solve exercises. During these sessions, instructors will provide support to help the different groups identify effective problem-solving techniques. This part is particularly crucial for helping students understand how to apply acquired knowledge to find solutions for previously unanalyzed problems.
Assessment Methods
Learning will be assessed through a written exam and an oral exam.
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EVALUATION OF LEARNING OUTCOMES
Knowledge and Understanding: Primarily assessed through the written exam.
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APPLIED KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING & AUTONOMY OF JUDGMENT:
Primarily assessed through the written exam.
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COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
Primarily assessed through the oral exam.
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WRITTEN EXAM:
Time Allotted: 120 minutes.
Structure:
• 3 theoretical questions: These will focus on explaining statements, demonstrations, and examples covered during the course.
• 6 exercises: You'll need to provide the numerical answer in the designated box and show your work on the exam paper.
Allowed Materials: Only paper and pen.
ORAL EXAM
Estimated Time: 20-40 minutes.
Content: The oral exam may involve solving exercises (in symbolic form) or discussing specific topics chosen by the instructor.
Purpose: To verify your true understanding of the material and your ability to articulate it clearly.
Important Note: Failing or withdrawing from the oral exam will invalidate your written exam result.
_________________
EVALUATION OF LEARNING OUTCOMES
Knowledge and Understanding: Primarily assessed through the written exam.
_________________
APPLIED KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING & AUTONOMY OF JUDGMENT:
Primarily assessed through the written exam.
_________________
COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
Primarily assessed through the oral exam.
_________________
WRITTEN EXAM:
Time Allotted: 120 minutes.
Structure:
• 3 theoretical questions: These will focus on explaining statements, demonstrations, and examples covered during the course.
• 6 exercises: You'll need to provide the numerical answer in the designated box and show your work on the exam paper.
Allowed Materials: Only paper and pen.
ORAL EXAM
Estimated Time: 20-40 minutes.
Content: The oral exam may involve solving exercises (in symbolic form) or discussing specific topics chosen by the instructor.
Purpose: To verify your true understanding of the material and your ability to articulate it clearly.
Important Note: Failing or withdrawing from the oral exam will invalidate your written exam result.
Texts
Mazzoldi-Nigro-Voci, FISICA vol.1,
EdiSES (Napoli) ISBN: 8879591371.
EdiSES (Napoli) ISBN: 8879591371.
Contents
The course aims to provide students with elementary concepts in the mechanics of points and rigid bodies, fluid mechanics, properties of ideal gases, and elements of thermodynamics. Alongside understanding basic concepts, the course emphasizes the use of algebraic and analytical techniques. _________________ MECHANICS OF POINT PARTICLES • Scalar and Vector Kinematics: Velocity and acceleration. • Momentum: Impulse of a force, Impulse-Momentum Theorem, Conservation of momentum. • Forces: Weight, elastic force, normal forces (reactions), friction forces. • Work and Kinetic Energy: Work-Energy Theorem. • Conservative Forces and Potential Energy: Conservation of mechanical energy. Energy balance with dissipative forces. • Angular Momentum: Angular Momentum Theorem. Central forces. • Harmonic Motion: Pendulum and Oscillations. • Universal Gravitation. • Systems of Point Particles: Internal and external forces. Center of mass of systems of point particles, motion of the center of mass. • Collision Phenomena: Elastic and inelastic collisions. Conservation laws. _________________ MECHANICS OF EXTENDED BODIES • Concept of a Rigid Body: Center of mass of extended bodies. • Theorems of Angular Momentum and Energy: König's Theorems. Work done by internal and external forces. •Moment of Inertia: Huygens-Steiner Theorem. Translational and rotational dynamics. •Elements of Statics. _________________ FLUID MECHANICS • Pressure: Surface forces and volume forces. •Archimedes' Principle. Stevin's Law. •Fluid Dynamics: Bernoulli's Theorem. _________________ THERMODYNAMICS • Calorimetry: Temperature. • Thermodynamic Systems and Variables: - Equilibrium states, equation of state. • Heat Transfer. • Work in Thermodynamic Systems: First Law of Thermodynamics. Ideal gases. • Thermodynamic Cycles: Heat engines and refrigerators. • Second Law of Thermodynamics: Entropy.
Course Language
Italian
More information
The public course website is available at:
https://sites.google.com/a/unipv.it/fisica-1/
The website reserved for students who need to take the exam is available on the university's e-learning platform:
https://elearning.unipv.it/
https://sites.google.com/a/unipv.it/fisica-1/
The website reserved for students who need to take the exam is available on the university's e-learning platform:
https://elearning.unipv.it/
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