GENERAL PHYSICS-I

Course Description

The aim of the course is to provide the basic information in order to help the students to understand the possible complicated problems in engineering. In this regard, the basic principles and methods of solving the problems in physics are thought. The course provides a basic grounding in elementary physics including mechanics. The basic subjects of the course are: Units and dimensions, Uniformly accelerated motion in one dimension, Freefall, Vector mathematics, Two dimensional motion, Newton’s laws of motion, Applications of Newton’s laws, Free body diagrams, Circular motion, Work and energy, Conservation of energy, Momentum, impulse, and collisions, Rotational kinematics, Torque, Static equilibrium. For completeness, the students are supposed to do 6 experiments related to the subjects of the course.

GENERAL PHYSICS-I

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

Course outcomes

1. 01 1. Identify and use the vocabulary and standard units of mechanics
2. 02 2. Explain laws, central principles, and models of kinematics, dynamics, and statics.
3. 03 3. Apply fundamental laws and principles to solve problems in mechanics.
4. 04 4. Apply mathematical methods to formulate physical phenomena.
5. 05 5. Analyse and interpret experimental results and graphical representations of physical phenomena.
6. 06 6. Identify the type of support reactions and draw free body diagrams. Draw free body diagrams.

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Jewett and Serway, Physics for Scientists and Engineers, 9th ed., Brooks/Cole Cengage Learning, 2013.
2. 02 Giancoli, Physics for Scientists and Engineers with Modern Physics, 4th ed., Pearson, 2008.
3. 03 Sears and Zemansky's University Physics. 14th ed., Pearson, 2016

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 1. Identify and use the vocabulary and standard units of mechanics
2. L02 2. Explain laws, central principles, and models of kinematics, dynamics, and statics.
3. L03 3. Apply fundamental laws and principles to solve problems in mechanics.
4. L04 4. Apply mathematical methods to formulate physical phenomena.
5. L05 5. Analyse and interpret experimental results and graphical representations of physical phenomena.
6. L06 6. Identify the type of support reactions and draw free body diagrams. Draw free body diagrams.

Program Outcomes

1. Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.
2. Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
3. Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4. Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for analysing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5. Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyse and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
6. Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7. Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
8. Recognition of the need for lifelong learning ; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
9. Consciousness to behave according to ethical principles and professional and ethical responsibility; knowledge on standards used in engineering practice.
10. Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
11. Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety, and contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

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