Learning outcomes

At the end of the course, the student will be able to :

  • understand the basic notions and concepts related to classical mechanics
  • apply this knowledge to the understanding of various physical phenomena

The student will be required to understand the material in depth. He/she will be required to apply the theory in simple situations (notably through course or TD exercises).

Goals

The aim of the course is to provide a solid foundation of knowledge in physics, more specifically in areas related to mechanics. The applications are chosen in connection with the life sciences.

Content

This course in physics is mostly based on observations, from which lessons, models, rigorous reasoning and the deduction of physical laws are drawn. These laws are then applied to the explanation of phenomena related to the life sciences, everyday life or nature.

Table of contents

  • Chapter 1: Introduction.
  • Chapter 2: Kinematics.
  • Chapter 3: Forces.
  • Chapter 4: Newton's Laws.
  • Chapter 5: The centre of mass, momentum and impulse.
  • Chapter 6: Moment of force and static equilibrium.
  • Chapter 7: Energy and its Conservation.
  • Chapter 8: Elasticity and Vibration.
  • Chapter 9: Fluid Statics.
  • Chapter 10: Fluid Circulation.

Assessment method

  • An examination on the theoretical material and on the TDs (exercises) is organised in sessions (January, June and August).
  • Details will be explained in due course and will be available on webcampus.
  • Composition of the final score :
    • 3/4 : theory
    • 1/4 : TD

Sources, references and any support material

  • All course materials and information are posted on webcampus.
  • The student is required to regularly check the distribution channels related to the course:
    • Teams is used for interactive activities (information, questions/answers, important messages, etc.)
    • Webcampus is used to deposit documents (slides, videos, tutorials, etc)

Language of instruction

Français
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Bachelor in Biomedical Sciences Standard 1 6