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Physics I
Physik I
Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:14:19
Abstract
Physics I is an introduction to wave phenomena and fundamental concepts of thermodynamics.
Objective
- You can describe harmonic, damped and forced oscillations and their properties. - You can determine motion, propagation and energy of various types of waves. - You can explain wave effects such as the Doppler effect, interference or resonance. - You can apply the kinetic gas theory on a perfect gas. - You can use the laws of thermodynamics to discuss energy conservation, thermodynamic cycles and entropy. - You can model heat transfer and thermal radiation
Content
Oscillations & waves - Harmonic, damped & forced oscillations - Propagation, diffraction & reflection, and energy & intensity of various types of waves - Wave effects: Doppler effect, superposition & interference, standing waves, resonance Thermodynamics - Kinetic theory of gases for the perfect gas - Laws of thermodynamics: energy conservation, thermodynamic cycles, entropy - Heat transfer & thermal radiation
Resources
Lecture Notes
The lecture notes will be distributed via the Moodle platform.
Literature
P. A. Tipler and G. Mosca, "Physics for Scientists and Engineers" (6th edition).
Learning Materials (Links)
- Moodle course
- Moodle-Kurs / Moodle course
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 120 minutes
- Aids
- Zusammenfassung (von Hand oder Computer-Ausdruck) auf bis zu 10 beidseitig beschriebenen A4-Blättern. Taschenrechner ohne Kommunikationsmöglichkeit (siehe D-ITET Taschenrechner-Richtlinien für Prüfungen). Übersetzungswörterbuch.
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Physik I |
|
2 h weekly |
| exercise | Physik I |
|
2 h weekly |