Física Geral

None.

A theoretical exposition of each subject is made in Theoretical lessons which is followed by the resolution of application exercises in Theoretical-Practical lessons. In the laboratorial component students should perform four group works (Linear Dynamics, Statics, Pendulum and Rotation Dynamics) and to deliver a report at the end of the lesson. 

Identification and characterization of a particle’s motion. Understanding the relations between the action and effects of forces in a particle as well as the importance of torque and inertial moment in the rigid body rotation. Ability to present the main characteristics of the simple harmonic motion (SHM) and the superposition of two SHM and the particular issues of the three main heat transfer processes. A professional attitude in his relation to work is developed in laboratory experiments. Ability to perform scientific decisions and judgments associated both with the theoretical and practical knowledge acquired. Interchanging of ideas and the discussion of problems and solutions is promoted during laboratory experiments. Self-knowledge acquisition habits are developed.

1. Systems of Units: The International System of Units; Dimensional equations; Conversion of units

2. Vectors: Scalars and vectors; Vector addition; Components and unit vectors; Scalar product; Vector product.

3. Kinematics: Average and instantaneous velocity; acceleration; motion in a straight line; circular motion; projectile motion

4. Dynamics: Newton’s Laws; Weight and linear momentum; Inertial and friction forces; Torque; Couple; Angular momentum of a particle and of a rigid body; Moments of inertia; Rotational dynamics of a rigid body

5. Work and Energy: Work done by a constant and variable force; Power; Kinetic energy of a particle and rotational and translational kinetic energy of a rigid body; Conservative forces; Potential energy; Conservation of mechanical energy; Dissipative forces

6. Oscillations: Simple harmonic motion (SHM); The block – spring system; Energy in SHM; Pendulum; Superposition of SHM

7. Heat Transfer: Heat Conduction; Heat transfer by Convection; Radiation

NAO

David Halliday, Robert Resnick, Kenneth S. Krane (1992), Physics (4th edition), vol. 1 and 2, New York : John Wiley (ISEC library: 5-1-84 and 5-1-85)