Class Physics

The UC of Physics is part of the curricular plan of this degree. The contents that will be addressed could be very useful for a future graduate of Civil Protection Engineering in the exercise of his future professional activity. The themes of Mechanics of Movements, introductory concepts of Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer will be addressed. In this course, the aim is to establish the link between science and some physical phenomena, showing how knowledge of Physics contributes to a better understanding of the technological applications used today.

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1. Mechanics: Measures and units. Vectors. Kinematics. Newton's laws of motion. Static. Rigid body dynamics. Friction. Center of mass. Collisions. 2. Thermodynamics: 1st Law of Thermodynamics. Energy balances: potential, kinetic and internal. Work, heat, enthalpy and heat capacity. 3. Heat transfer phenomena: conduction, convection and radiation. Thermal properties. Energy balances in transit. 4. One-dimensional steady state heat transfer with conduction + convection + radiation in different geometries. Concept of thermal resistances and overall heat transfer coefficient. Series, parallel and contact resistance. composite walls. Several laboratory experiments will be carried out to apply the concepts taught.

In this course unit, some active methodologies will be used to promote greater student engagement in the learning activities, such as the Flipped Classroom. These methodologies will be applied in the more practical and laboratory-based components, conducted in a collaborative (group) setting. A project on current technological innovations will also be developed, including an oral presentation, during which peer assessment and self-assessment will take place. Although laboratory work is not considered an innovative methodology, it is important to mention it here as its implementation supports the consolidation of theoretical content and encourages student engagement. Regarding digital technologies, the following will be used: Moodle; AI PHILIX; Individual learning platform (Khan Academy); Experiment simulation platform (PHET); Data analysis tools (Excel or SPSS).

- TIPLER, P. A. (2009). Física para cientistas e engenheiros. 6ª Edição. Editora LTC. - YOUNG, Hugh D. (2008). Física / Hugh D. Young, Roger A. Freddman - 12.ª ed.. São Paulo: Pearson. - Yunus A. Cengel, John M. Cimbala, Robert H. Turner (2016), Fundamentals of Thermal-fluid Sciences, 5ªedição, Mac Graw Hill. - Diversos textos de apoio a fornecer ao longo das sessões.