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Physics I
Physik I
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:36:12
Abstract
This course is an introduction to classical physics, with special focus on applications in medicine.
Objective
Obtain an understanding of basic concepts in classical physics and their application (using mathematical pre-knowledge) to the solution of simple problems, including certain applications in medicine. Obtain an understanding of relevant quantities and of orders of magnitude.
Content
General introduction; Positron-Emission-Tomography as appetizer, including ionising radiation; kinematics of a point mass; dynamics of a point mass (Newton's axioms and forces); physical work, power and energy; conservation of linear and angular momentum; oscillations and waves; mechanics of a rigid body; fluid mechanics; introduction to electricity.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Will be distributed at the start of the semester.
Literature
"Physik für Mediziner, Biologen, Pharmazeuten", von Alfred Trautwein, Uwe Kreibig, Jürgen Hüttermann; De Gruyter Verlag.
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 180 minutes
- Aids
- Mathematische Formelsammlung, 10-seitige Zusammenfassung (A4), Taschenrechner (aber nur, falls nicht internetfähig), Übersetzungswörterbuch
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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Physik I
Die genauen Unterrichtszeiten von ONLINE - Veranstaltungen werden von den Dozierenden kommuniziert.
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3 h weekly |
| exercise |
Physik I
Die beiden Übungsgruppen Mi 17-18 sind für Studierende aus dem Studiengang Gesundheitswissenschaften und Technologie, welche Mi 16-17 Übungen Analysis III besuchen.
Die genauen Unterrichtszeiten von ONLINE - Veranstaltungen werden von den Dozierenden kommuniziert.
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1 h weekly |