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Physics I
Physik I
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:02:12
Abstract
This is a one-semester course introducing students into the foundations of Modern Physics. Topics include electricity and magnetism, light, oscillations and waves with Doppler effect. Selected topics with important applications in industry will also be considered.
Objective
The lecture is intended to promote critical, scientific thinking. Key concepts of Physics will be acquired, with a focus on technically relevant applications. At the end of the semester, students will have a good overview over the topics of classical and modern Physics.
Content
Electric and magnetic fields, current, magnetism, Maxwell's equations, oscillations, waves.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Notes from lectures will be available (in German).
Literature
Hans J. Paus, Physik in Experimenten und Beispielen, Carl Hanser Verlag München Wien (textbook for the lecture), ca. 50 Euro. alternative E-Book: P.A. Tipler and G. Mosca, Physics for scientists and engineers, W.H. Freeman and Company, New York
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 120 minutes
- Aids
- Formelsammlung von 5 Blättern A4 (10 Seiten), selbst verfasst (handgeschrieben oder per Computer). Taschenrechner (ohne Kommunikationsfunktion und Massenspeicher). Wörterbuch für Fremdsprachige.
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture |
Physik I
Die Vorlesung beginnt am Dienstag der ersten Semesterwoche.
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4 h weekly |
| exercise |
Physik I
Die Übungen beginnen in der zweiten Semesterwoche.
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2 h weekly |