Physics II

Fluent reading of the English language, essential for understanding the main bibliography of the UC.

Basic Concepts of Physics and Mathematics of secondary education.

Theoretical-practical classes based on the oral presentation of theoretical concepts and critical discussion of their application to the resolution of exercises.

Use of active learning methodologies in the classroom, using digital platforms.

A. Electrostatics

A.1. Understand and apply fundamental concepts of electrostatics, such as electrostatic interactions between electric charges, the influence of an electric field, and the creation of electric potential.

A.2. Determine and represent electric forces and electric fields vectorially, as well as calculate the electric potential for different charge configurations.

A.3. Solve problems involving capacitors connected in series and parallel, describing the effect of the dielectric.

A.4. Apply electrostatic principles to real-world situations, critically analyzing and evaluating electrostatic interactions.

B. Electrokinetics

B.1. Understand and apply fundamental concepts of electrokinetics, such as electric current, direct current (DC), electric power, and Joule’s effect.

B.2. Analyze DC electrical circuits by applying Ohm’s Law and Kirchhoff’s Laws to solve practical exercises, critically analyzing and evaluating the results obtained.

B.3. Apply electrokinetic principles in practical contexts, such as power distribution systems and electrical devices.

C. Electromagnetism

C.1. Understand and apply fundamental concepts of electromagnetism, including magnetic fields, magnetic force, electromagnetic induction, and alternating current (AC).

C.2. Determine and represent magnetic forces and magnetic fields vectorially in different configurations of moving electric charges.

C.3. Explain the phenomenon of electromagnetic induction, using Faraday’s Law and Lenz’s Law to predict and calculate induced voltages.

C.4. Understand and analyze AC electrical circuits by applying the concepts of capacitance, inductance, and impedance.

C.5. Apply electromagnetism and electromagnetic induction principles to real-world situations, such as the operation of motors and transformers.

D. Optics

D.1. Understand the nature of electromagnetic waves, their creation, and their propagation in space.

D.2. Identify the different ranges of the electromagnetic spectrum, their characteristics, and evaluate their importance in technological applications.

D.3. Determine the intensity of an electromagnetic wave and the energy density it carries.

D.4. Explain the phenomenon of light polarization, applying Malus’ Law and critically evaluating its application in optical devices.

E. Thermodynamics

E.1. Understand the fundamental concepts of thermodynamics, such as temperature, heat, thermal capacity, specific heat, and energy transfer in systems.

E.2. Identify and describe heat transfer processes, determining the heat flux transferred in each process and its applications in physical and technological systems.

E.3. Solve practical cases involving temperature variation, heat exchange, and thermal machine efficiency, critically evaluating the results obtained.

E.4. Apply and relate concepts such as relative humidity, absolute humidity, and saturation point to everyday situations.

F. Radiation

F.1. Understand radiation emission processes, distinguishing the main types of radiation emission.

F.2. Apply the Law of Radioactive Decay to describe the transformation of unstable nuclei and determine the activity of a sample or the half-life of a radioactive isotope.

F.3. Understand radiation detection methods and protection strategies against radioactive exposure.

F.4. Discuss the importance of radiation applications in fields such as medicine and industry, critically evaluating the effects of radiation on matter and living organisms.

1. Electrostatics:

1.1. Electrical charge. Electrical force.

1.2. Electric field. Electric potential.

1.3. Capacitors.

2. Electrokinetics:

2.1. Electric current. Direct current. Ohm’s Law.

2.2. Resistors. DC generators

2.3. Kirchhoff’s laws: d.c. electrical circuits

2.4. Joule effect and electrical power.

3. Electromagnetism:

3.1. Magnetic field and magnetic force.

3.2. Electromagnetic induction. Faraday’s Law and Lenz’s Law.

3.3. Alternating current: capacitance, impedance, inductance, transformers, generators, RLC circuits, consumed power.

4. Optics:

4.1. Electromagnetic waves. Electromagnetic spectrum.

4.2. Creation of an electromagnetic wave.

4.3. Energy and intensity of an electromagnetic wave.

4.4. Polarization of electromagnetic waves.

4.5. Optical phenomena related to the propagation of light.

5. Thermodynamics:

5.1. Temperature and heat.

5.2. Heat transfers.

5.3. Thermal properties of matter.

5.4. Laws of thermodynamics.

6. Radiation:

6.1. Radiation emission. Types of radiation.

6.2. Law of radioactive decay.

6.3. Radiation detection and applications.

• - Exam - 100.0%

• - Frequency - 75.0%
• - Mini Tests - 25.0%

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