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402-0084-00L 4 Credits BSC D-HEST , D-BIOL

Physics II

Physik II

Lecturers: Prof. Dr. Aldo Sady Antognini
Examiners: Prof. Dr. Klaus Stefan Kirch, Prof. Dr. Aldo Sady Antognini
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Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:48:31

Abstract

This lecture provides an introduction to classical physics with a particular focus on applications in medicine. It offers an overview of important concepts in fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, and optics. Special emphasis is placed on illustrating key phenomena through experiments and developing skills for quantitative problem-solving.

Objective

The aim of the course is to impart to the students the ability to explain and apply fundamental principles and methods of physics to problems in modern science, medicine, and engineering. An important part of this is learning how to break down complex problems and apply fundamental laws and simplifications to solve them. Special emphasis is placed on students developing an understanding of relevant quantities and orders of magnitude. The secondary goal is to provide students with an overview of important topics in physics and demonstrate their application.

Content

Fluid Mechanics (Laminar Flows, Continuity Equation, Bernoulli's Equation, Flow Resistance, Hagen-Poiseuille Law) Thermodynamics (Temperature, Heat, Work, Heat Capacity, Kinetic Gas Theory, First and Second Law of Thermodynamics, State Changes, Heat Engines, Phase Transitions, Heat Transfer) Electromagnetism (Electrostatics, Electric Current, Magnetostatics, Circuits, Induction) Geometric Optics (Image Formation, Mirrors, Lenses, Law of Reflection, Law of Refraction, Eyes, Optical Instruments)

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.

Learning Materials (Links)

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
ACHTUNG: Die folgenden Angaben betreffen den JAHRESKURS Physik I und II.Als Lernelement wird die aktive Teilnahme im Übungsbetrieb bewertet. Für eine erfolgreiche aktive Teilnahme wird erwartet, dass in jedem Semester 50% der Übungsserien selbständig bearbeitet und eingereicht wurden. Ist die aktive Teilnahme erfüllt, wird die ungerundete Prüfungsnote um 0.25 Notenpunkte ergänzt.

Registration & Places

Priority: Registration for the course unit is only possible for the primary target group

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Physik II
  • Mon 08:45-09:30 (HPH G 1)
  • Wed 13:45-15:30 (HPH G 1)
3 h weekly
exercise Physik II
Mo 10-11 für Studiengang Humanmedizin Di 11-12 für Studiengang Gesundheitswissenschaften und Technologie
  • Mon 09:45-10:30 (HCI H 2.1)
  • Mon 09:45-10:30 (HIT F 31.2)
  • Mon 09:45-10:30 (HIT F 32)
  • Mon 09:45-10:30 (HPK D 24.2)
  • Tue 10:45-11:30 (HCI H 2.1)
  • Tue 10:45-11:30 (HCP E 47.4)
  • Tue 10:45-11:30 (HIL D 10.2)
  • Tue 10:45-11:30 (HIT H 51)
  • Tue 10:45-11:30 (HIT J 51)
  • Tue 10:45-11:30 (HIT J 52)
  • Tue 10:45-11:30 (HIT K 51)
  • Tue 10:45-11:30 (HIT K 52)
1 h weekly

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