Learning and mastering the basic notions of classical physics. Awareness of the importance of physical methods in the analysis of biological phenomena and in biomedical technologies.
Course Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of differential and integral calculus is a prerequisite. The exam can be taken only by students who passed the exam of Mathematics.
Teaching Methods
Teacher-led lectures and exercises.
Assessment Methods
The exam consists of a written test. The test consists of simple problems and open-ended questions and covers the subjects of the whole course (Part1 + Part 2)
Texts
F. Borsa, A. Lascialfari, A.M. Gueli, Principi di Fisica, Edises
Other textbooks (English editions available)
J.S. Walker, Fondamenti di Fisica, Pearson
D.C. Giancoli, Fisica, C.E.A.
D. Halliday, R. Resnick, J. Walker, Fondamenti di Fisica, C.E.A.
R.A. Serway, J.W. Jewett, Principi di Fisica, Edises
Contents
Acoustics and optics. Law of propagation of elastic waves. Characteristics of sound. Doppler effect. Laws of reflection and refraction. Spherical refracting surface. Thin lenses. Simple and compound microscope and their magnification. Field depth and resolving power of the microscope. Visual acuity. Convergence defects. Electricity and magnetism. Electric charge. Electric field. Electric capacity. Direct current. Ohm’s law. Thermal effect of current. Electrolytic conductors. Electrolysis: Faraday’s laws. Electrophoresis. Magnetic effect of current. Electromagnetic induction.
Course Language
Italian
More information
The educational offer is completed by a tutorial project. Specific support activities will be arranged for students belonging to categories that can benefit from inclusive teaching methods.
