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Archived Version 2023 - 2024
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Description This module provides a comprehensive introduction to static-equilibrium, elasticity, fluids, and thermal properties of matter. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Learning Outcomes 1. Discuss basic physical and thermal properties of matter 2. Solve numerical problems on physical and thermal properties of matter 3. Explain the physical principles which underpin the relevant experiments in the lab modules. 4. Relate the physical principles to topics covered in other modules. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and
Learning Activities Atoms and elasticityAtomic structure of matter. Stress, strain & elastic moduli. Elasticity & plasticity. Thermal stress.FluidsFluids as applied to static and dynamic environments including Bernoulli's equation.Introduction to Waveslongitudinal and transverse waves, physical picture, phenomena, and mathematical descriptionSound and HearingPressure oscillations in gasses, mathematics of sound waves, application to hearing.Temperature & HeatThermometers & temperature scales. Thermal equilibrium. Thermal expansion. Calorimetry & phase changes. Heat transferKinetic theory of gasesKinetic model of an ideal gas. Ideal gas law. Mean-free-path. Boltzmann factor & Maxwell distribution. Heat capacities.Thermal properties of matterPhases of matter. Phase changes & Latent heat.First law of thermodynamicsThermodynamic systems. Work done during volume changes. Internal energy & heat capacities of gasses. Adiabatic processes.Second law of thermodynamicsHeat engines. Second law of thermodynamics. Carnot cycle. Microstates & macrostates. Multiplicity & entropy.Learning activitiesThe module has typically 15 graded homework assignments that vary from year-to-year, depending on the students' needs. They are 70% book-questions, and 30% the lecturer's.Learning experience'Lectures' are typically 50% working through previous Homework Questions, and 50% lecture on new material. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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