Physics
| Title | ΦΥΣΙΚΗ / Physics |
| Code | NGGP 102Y |
| Faculty | Sciences |
| School | Geology |
| Cycle / Level | 1st / Undergraduate |
| Teaching Period | Winter |
| Coordinator | Konstantia Tolika |
| Common | No |
| Status | Active |
| Course ID | 600019013 |
Programme of Study: PPS-Tmīma Geōlogías (2020-sīmera)
Registered students: 203
| Orientation | Attendance Type | Semester | Year | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KORMOS | Compulsory Course | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| Academic Year | 2024 – 2025 |
| Class Period | Winter |
| Faculty Instructors |
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| Weekly Hours | 3 |
| Class ID | 600257376
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Course Type 2021
General Foundation
Course Type 2016-2020
- Background
Course Type 2011-2015
General Foundation
Mode of Delivery
- Face to face
Digital Course Content
- e-Study Guide https://qa.auth.gr/en/class/1/600257376
- eLearning (Moodle): https://elearning.auth.gr/course/view.php?id=669
- OpenCourses (eClass): https://opencourses.auth.gr/modules/video/?course=OCRS266
Erasmus
The course is also offered to exchange programme students.
Language of Instruction
- Greek (Instruction, Examination)
- English (Instruction, Examination)
Prerequisites
General Prerequisites
Basic Physics knowledge from secondary education
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
1) define, describe, and explain the basic principles of vector calculus, unit systems in physics, and fundamental physical quantities
2) define, explain, and analyze the basic principles of kinematics and Newtonian dynamics
3) define and explain the basic concepts of Continuum Mechanics (stress, strain, elasticity measures) and fluid physics, as a necessary introduction to the relevant branches of Geology (e.g. Geophysics, Tectonics, Hydrogeology, Meteorology, Technical Geology, etc.)
4) define, describe, and explain the basic principles of electric fields and electric currents
5) define, describe, and explains the basic principles and properties of magnetic fields
6) define, describe, and interpret the basic concepts of wave propagation and optics (harmonic oscillations, electromagnetic waves, light)
General Competences
- Apply knowledge in practice
- Retrieve, analyse and synthesise data and information, with the use of necessary technologies
- Work autonomously
Course Content (Syllabus)
Mechanics
Units, Physical Quantities, Vectors, Newton's Laws, Work and kinetic energy, Dynamic energy (gravitational, elastic), Stress, Deformation and elasticity measures, Elasticity and plasticity, Density, Hydrostatic pressure, Pascal’s principle, Fluid Pressure
Electromagnetism
Electric Field and Electric Charge, Electric Potential, Electric potential energy, Current, Specific Electrical resistivity, Electrical resistivity, Magnetism and Magnetic Field
Waves and optics
Simple Harmonic Motions (Frequency, Period, Harmonic Oscillations), Harmonic Waves, Acoustic Waves, Acoustic Wave Speed, Sinusoidal Electromagnetic Waves, Electromagnetic Spectrum, Light (Nature of Light, Reflection and Refraction, Polarization)
Keywords
Physics, Mechanics, Electromagnetism, Motion, Work, Kinetic Energy, Potential Energy, Newton’s laws, Elasticity theory, Deformation, Electric current, Electric field, Electric potential, Electric current, Magnetic field, Harmonic vibrations, Electromagnetic waves, Acoustic waves, Light
Educational Material Types
- Notes
- Slide presentations
- Video lectures
- Book
Use of Information and Communication Technologies
Use of ICT
- Use of ICT in Course Teaching
- Use of ICT in Communication with Students
- Use of ICT in Student Assessment
Description
1) All class material is available in electronic form to all students through the E-Learning and Open-Courses platforms of the Aristotle Univ. Thessaloniki
2) The teacher communicates with students through email and Facebook
3) The teacher/class evaluation is performed by the students through the Quality Assurance Unit (MO.DI.P.)
Course Organization
| Activities | Workload | ECTS | Individual | Teamwork | Erasmus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lectures | 117 | ||||
| Reading Assigment | 5 | ||||
| Exams | 3 | ||||
| Total | 125 |
Student Assessment
Description
Written Examination with short answers and problem solving with topics from both the theory and exercises. It constitutes 100% of the total score.
Combination with oral examination when required (e.g. dyslexia, etc.)
Student Assessment methods
- Written Exam with Short Answer Questions (Formative, Summative)
- Oral Exams (Formative, Summative)
- Written Exam with Problem Solving (Formative, Summative)
Bibliography
Course Bibliography (Eudoxus)
1. Πανεπιστημιακή φυσική με σύγχρονη φυσική, Young H., Freedman R.
2. Φυσική (Ενιαίο), Halliday David, Resnick Robert, Walker Jearl, Παπανικόλας Κ. (Γενική Επιμέλεια), Τζαμτζής Γ. (Συντονισμός), Καραμπαρμπούνης Α., Κοέν Σ., Σπυράκης Π., Στυλιάρης Ε., Τζανετάκης Π. (επιμ.) Λ
3. ΦΥΣΙΚΗ ΓΙΑ ΕΠΙΣΤΗΜΟΝΕΣ ΚΑΙ ΜΗΧΑΝΙΚΟΥΣ: ΜΗΧΑΝΙΚΗ, ΤΑΛΑΝΤΩΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΜΗΧΑΝΙΚΑ ΚΥΜΑΤΑ, ΘΕΡΜΟΔΥΝΑΜΙΚΗ, ΣΧΕΤΙΚΟΤΗΤΑ, RAYMOND A. SERWAY, JOHN W. JEWETT
Last Update
12-06-2025
