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Physics I

Code: 105035
Credits: 6

2026/2027

Degree programme	Type	Course
Chemistry	FB	1

Contact lecturer

Name :: Irene Estevez Caride
Email :: irene.estevez@uab.cat

Teaching staff

: Pere Vilanova Fernandez
: Josep Gutiérrez Martínez

Group languages

You can consult this information at the end of the document.

Prerequisites

There are no official prerequisites. However, it is assumed that the student has acquired the basic knowledge taught in the subjects of Physics and Mathematics of the baccalaureate (in particular, trigonometry and decomposition of
vectors).
Students who have not studied physics previously are strongly encouraged to enroll in the Physics for Science Students Physics course taught by the Faculty of Sciences. For those who need it, there is also a propedéutic course on Mathematics for Science Students.

Objectives

This course aims for students to understand the basic principles of nature, from the smallest (atomic nucleus and elementary particles) to the largest (planets and stars), and to be able to apply them to the qualitative and quantitative description of physical phenomena. Students will acquire the necessary tools to understand the structure of matter and the concepts, principles, and exploration techniques used in chemistry. Topics such as classical mechanics, radioactivity, and fluids will also be covered to provide a more comprehensive view of physics. Additionally, this learning aims to help students reason critically and acquire new knowledge independently.

Learning outcomes

CM06 (Interpret data resulting from experiments or models to propose solutions to problems in the field of general physics.) Interpret data resulting from experiments or models to propose solutions to problems in the field of general physics.
KM08 (List Newton's laws on the motion of particles.) List Newton's laws on the motion of particles.
SM08 (Communicate fundamental physical information using appropriate scientific language, and making accurate use of the magnitudes and units associated with basic physical concepts.) Communicate fundamental physical information using appropriate scientific language, and making accurate use of the magnitudes and units associated with basic physical concepts.
SM09 (Apply the theory, principles, and methods of general physics to solve simple problems and to explain experimental phenomena.) Apply the theory, principles, and methods of general physics to solve simple problems and to explain experimental phenomena.
SM10 (Accurately analyse experimental data and observations in the field of Physics, using statistical and graphical methods to interpret results and draw conclusions.) Accurately analyse experimental data and observations in the field of Physics, using statistical and graphical methods to interpret results and draw conclusions.

Introduction

1. History of Physics

2. Physical Magnitudes. Units. Dimensional analysis

Kinematics of 1 particle

1. Kinematics in 1 dimension

2. Kinematics in space

3. Concept of relative movement

Dynamics of 1 particle

1. Laws of Newton

2. Forces: definition and type

3. Application of the laws of Newton

Work and energy of 1 particle

1. Definition of work and power

2. Kinetic energy of 1 particle

3. Potential energy of 1 particle

4. Mechanical energy of 1 particle

5. Generalized theorem of conservation of energies

Oscillations

1. Simple Harmonic Oscillatory Motion

2. Energy of an Oscillator

3. Simple Pendulum

4. Damped Oscillations

5. Forced Oscillations

6. Natural Frequency and Resonance

Particle systems

1. Description

2. Mass center

3. Dynamics of the particle system

4. Work and energy of the particle system

5. Collisions

Rigid body

1. Description

2. Movements of translation and rotation

3. Moment of inertia

4. Dynamics of rigid body

5. Work and energy of the rigid body

6. Roller movement

7. Static equibrium

Fluids

1. Basic concepts

2. Hydrostatic

3. Hydrodynamics. Ideal and viscous fluid

Radioactivity

1. Atomic structure

2. Link energy and mass defect

3. The phenomenon of radioactivity. Type

4. Law of radioactive decay

5. Induced nuclear reactions. Fission and fusion

Learning activities and methodology

Title	Hours	ECTS	Learning outcomes
Study and independent work	52	2.08	CM06, KM08, SM08, SM09, SM10
Lectures	36	1.44	CM06, KM08, SM08, SM09, SM10
Team work	25	1	CM06, KM08, SM08, SM09, SM10
Practicum	13	0.52	CM06, KM08, SM08, SM09, SM10

The course includes theory classes and problem-solving classes.

Theory Classes

The teaching staff will deliver the course content with the support of audiovisual material that will be available to students on the Virtual Campus of the subject before the start of each course topic. To make the most of the theory class sessions, it is important that students prepare the session using this material and the bibliography. The use of transparencies will be combined with developments on the blackboard. Additionally, students will be guided to deepen their understanding of the studied concepts through supplementary material (web pages, videos, applets, ...) within the Virtual Campus. The teaching staff will solve some practical cases to exemplify the theory. Student participation will be encouraged during the classes.

Problem Classes

The teaching staff will solve problems selected from the list available on the Virtual Campus. It is highly recommended that students have worked on the problems before the classes. The aim is for the sessions to be participatory, to resolve doubts or explore alternative procedures. In some cases, a problem will be solved in groups during class and must be submitted at the end of the class.

Use of AI

Restricted use: For this course, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies is permitted exclusively for support tasks, such as bibliographic or information searches, and for one of the complementary assessment activities, which will be focused on the responsible use of AI (the teaching staff will inform students which activity allows the use of AI).

The student must clearly identify which parts have been generated using this technology, specify the tools used, and include a critical reflection on how they influenced both the process and the final outcome of the activity. Non-disclosure of AI use in this assessable activity will be considered a breach of academic honesty and may lead to a partial or total penalty in the activity's grade, or more severe sanctions in serious cases.

Annotation: within the schedule set by the centre or degree programme, 15 minutes of one class will be reserved for students to evaluate their lecturers and their courses or modules through questionnaires.

Assessment

Continuous assessment activities

Title	Weight	Hours	ECTS	Learning outcomes
Extra activities	20%	15	0.6	CM06, KM08, SM08, SM09, SM10
Partial exams	80%	9	0.36	CM06, KM08, SM08, SM09, SM10

There will be two independent exams (partial exams). These exams correspond to 80% of the final mark of the subject. In addition, complementary evaluation activities (follow-up tests, exercise delivery, class activities ...) will be carried out. These will correspond to 20% of the final grade of the subject.

In order to apply these percentages, the grade (out of 10) for each of the midterm exams must be equal to or higher than 3.5.

Extra exam

If the grade in one or both midterms is below 3.5, the student must take the resit exam for the part(s) failed with a grade below 3.5.

In the case in which the semester's mark does not exceed 5, the student will have the option of submitting to an extra exam where the note of the partial examns may be uploaded.

If a student, even having passed the course, wishes to improve their grade, they may take the resit exam for the part they choose, and the final grade considered will be the one obtained in the resit.

Not presented

It is considered Not Presented the student that has not been submitted to the second partial nor to any extra exam.

In order to be able to complete the final exam, students must have participated in assessment activities throughout the course that are equivalent to 2/3 of the subject mark.

Single evaluation modality

People who decide to join the option of single assessment modality must take a final test that will consist of an exam of the syllabus of the entire subject, to be carried out on the day that the rest of the students take the second exam of the continous evaluation.

The qualification of the student who performs the single assessment modality will be the mark of this test.

If the final mark does not reach 5, this student has another opportunity to pass the subject through the extra exam that will be held on the date set by the deputy coordination of the degree. The final qualification will then be the mark of this second test.

Informative Note

Committing any irregularity in an assessment activity (academic fraud, plagiarism, or misuse of AI, unless such use is expressly authorized in the course syllabus) that could lead to a significant variation in the grade will result in that activity being graded as a 0. In the event that multiple irregularities occur across assessment activities, the final grade for this course will be 0. Aside from this, disciplinary proceedings may be initiated against any student who commits any of these irregularities.

Bibliography

Theory

P. A. Tipler y G. Mosca. Física. Reverté. Barcelona. (2010, 6ª ed.)

D. E. Roller, R. Blum. Mecánica, Ondas y Termodinámica (vol. 1).Reverté. Barcelona (1986)

F. W. Sears, M.W. Zemansky, H.D. Young. Física universitaria. Addison-Wesley (1986)

Exercises

S. Burbano de Ercilla, E. Burbano García, G. Diaz de Villegas Blasco. Física general: problemas. Tébar 27ª

ed. (1991).

F. A. González. La física en problemas. Madrid, Tebar-Flores (1997)

J. Aguilar Peris, J. Casanova Col. Problemas de Física General. 4ª ed. Madrid, editorial Alhambra (1981)

D. Jou, J.E. Llebot, C. Pérez-García. Física para las ciencias de la vida. McGraw-Hill (2009, 2ª ed.)

Web URL

You will find them in the Virtual Campus of this subject.

Software

This subject does not require of any specific software.

Course groups and languages

The information provided is provisional until November 30. After this date, you will be able to consult the language of each group through this link. To access the information, you will need to enter the course CODE

Type of teaching	Group	Language	Semester	Shift
(TE) Theory	1	Catalan	first semester	morning-mixed
(PAUL) Classroom practices	1	Catalan	first semester	morning-mixed
(TE) Theory	2	Catalan	first semester	afternoon
(PAUL) Classroom practices	2	Catalan	first semester	morning-mixed
(PAUL) Classroom practices	3	Catalan	first semester	afternoon
(PAUL) Classroom practices	4	Catalan	first semester	afternoon