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Principles of Physics and Introduction to Nanophysics, 10 credits
Fysikaliska principer och nanovetenskaplig introduktion, 10 hp
NFYA02
Main field of study
PhysicsCourse level
First cycleCourse type
Programme courseExaminer
Marcus EkholmDirector of studies or equivalent
Magnus JohanssonEducation components
Preliminary scheduled hours: 75 hRecommended self-study hours: 192 h
ECV = Elective / Compulsory / Voluntary
| Course offered for | Semester | Period | Timetable module | Language | Campus | ECV | |
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| 6KFYN | Physics and Nanoscience, Bachelor's Programme | 1 (Autumn 2017) | 1, 2 | 3, 3 | Swedish | Linköping, Valla | C |
Main field of study
PhysicsCourse level
First cycleAdvancement level
G1XCourse offered for
- Physics and Nanoscience, Bachelor's Programme
Entry requirements
Note: Admission requirements for non-programme students usually also include admission requirements for the programme and threshold requirements for progression within the programme, or corresponding.
Intended learning outcomes
The course gives an introduction to physical theory and experiment. The theoretical part repeatedly demonstrates that wide areas of physics can be understood trough a clear understanding of a few basic concepts and principles. One purpose is to increase the interest for physics and to demonstrate the need for mathematical tools.
The same simple principles are also used to understand and explain properties of molecules and materials. Furthermore, an orientation about the research conducted at the department is given.
The experimental part stresses what is essential to make good physics; imagination to suggest possible hypothesis, experimental technique to test, ability to find a language (concepts) that gives a simple description. Strong emphasis is on the students ability to present their results in writing and to critically judge the validity of their own work.
Course content
The experimental work includes experimental problem solution where basic mechanical systems are studied.
An important goal is the ability to account for results in writing and to critically assess the validity of own work.
The theory part includes both classical and modern physics.
Within classical physics, mechanics, thermodynamics and statistical physics is treated. The thermodynamics pat is based on concepts such as micro- and macrostates. These fields are used to explain properties of materials and molecules.
The modern physics topics are: A historical perspective on quantum physics, a philosophical perspective on quantum physics, Planck's description of the black body radiation and its connection to the green house effect, simple solutions to the Schrödinger equation illustrating energy quantisation, tunnelling, quantum mechanical operators, Bose-Einstein statistics illustrating the black body radiation. The explanatory power of modern physics is demonstrated and related to modern research
Teaching and working methods
The problem solving part consists of lectures and laboratory work.
The theoretical part of the course consists of lectures and discussion sessions.
Guest lectures.
The course runs over the entire autumn semester.
Examination
| UPG3 | Written Assignment | 0.5 credits | U, G |
| UPG2 | Home Assignments | 2.5 credits | U, G |
| LAB3 | Laboratory Work | 1.5 credits | U, G |
| LAB2 | Laboratory Work | 2.5 credits | U, G |
| TEN2 | Written Examination | 3 credits | U, 3, 4, 5 |
Guest lectures are mandatory.
Grades
Four-grade scale, LiU, U, 3, 4, 5Department
Institutionen för fysik, kemi och biologiDirector of Studies or equivalent
Magnus JohanssonExaminer
Marcus EkholmCourse website and other links
http://cms.ifm.liu.se/edu/coursescms/NFYA02/Education components
Preliminary scheduled hours: 75 hRecommended self-study hours: 192 h
Course literature
Additional literature
Books
- Nordling & Österman, Physics Handbook 8
| Code | Name | Scope | Grading scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| UPG3 | Written Assignment | 0.5 credits | U, G |
| UPG2 | Home Assignments | 2.5 credits | U, G |
| LAB3 | Laboratory Work | 1.5 credits | U, G |
| LAB2 | Laboratory Work | 2.5 credits | U, G |
| TEN2 | Written Examination | 3 credits | U, 3, 4, 5 |
Guest lectures are mandatory.
Regulations (apply to LiU in its entirety)
The university is a government agency whose operations are regulated by legislation and ordinances, which include the Higher Education Act and the Higher Education Ordinance. In addition to legislation and ordinances, operations are subject to several policy documents. The Linköping University rule book collects currently valid decisions of a regulatory nature taken by the university board, the vice-chancellor and faculty/department boards.
LiU’s rule book for education at first-cycle and second-cycle levels is available at http://styrdokument.liu.se/Regelsamling/Innehall/Utbildning_pa_grund-_och_avancerad_niva.
Additional literature
Books
Nordling & Österman, Physics Handbook 8
Note: The course matrix might contain more information in Swedish.
I = Introduce, U = Teach, A = Utilize
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| 1. DISCIPLINARY KNOWLEDGE AND REASONING | ||||||
| 1.1 Knowledge of underlying mathematics and science (G1X level) |
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| 1.2 Fundamental engineering knowledge (G1X level) |
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| 1.3 Further knowledge, methods, and tools in one or several subjects in engineering or natural science (G2X level) |
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| 1.4 Advanced knowledge, methods, and tools in one or several subjects in engineering or natural sciences (A1X level) |
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| 1.5 Insight into current research and development work |
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| 2. PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES | ||||||
| 2.1 Analytical reasoning and problem solving |
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| 2.2 Experimentation, investigation, and knowledge discovery |
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| 2.4 Attitudes, thought, and learning |
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| 2.5 Ethics, equity, and other responsibilities |
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| 3.2 Communications |
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| 3.3 Communication in foreign languages |
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| 4. CONCEIVING, DESIGNING, IMPLEMENTING AND OPERATING SYSTEMS IN THE ENTERPRISE, SOCIETAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTEXT | ||||||
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| 4.3 Conceiving, system engineering and management |
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| 5. PLANNING, EXECUTION AND PRESENTATION OF RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS WITH RESPECT TO SCIENTIFIC AND SOCIETAL NEEDS AND REQUIREMENTS | ||||||
| 5.1 Societal conditions, including economic, social, and ecological aspects of sustainable development for knowledge development |
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| 5.2 Economic conditions for knowledge development |
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| 5.3 Identification of needs, structuring and planning of research or development projects |
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| 5.4 Execution of research or development projects |
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| 5.5 Presentation and evaluation of research or development projects |
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