Study Guide@lith
 

Linköping Institute of Technology

 
 
Valid for year : 2017
 
TFEI02 Wave Physics, 4 ECTS credits.
/Vågfysik - teori och tillämpning/

For:   EL  

 

Prel. scheduled hours: 32
Rec. self-study hours: 75

  Area of Education: Science

Main field of studies: Physics, Applied Physics

  Advancement level (G1, G2, A): G1

Aim:
The course gives fundamental knowledge in wave physics and its applications in natural phenomena and technology. After taking this course the student should
  • know fundamental wave physics concepts and the wave equation
  • know and perform simple calculations in fundamental acoustics and optics
  • know about wave physics applications within natural phenomena as well as modern technology


Prerequisites: (valid for students admitted to programmes within which the course is offered)
Basic course in one variable calculus

Note: Admission requirements for non-programme students usually also include admission requirements for the programme and threshhold requirements for progression within the programme, or corresponding.

Organisation:
Teaching is given as lectures and lessons

Course contents:
Physical modelling and problem solving. Fundamental physical concepts and relations. Mechanical waves including acoustics, electromagnetic waves including optics. Wave physics applications/uses in biology, data transmission, electronics, chemistry, medicin, music, optics, radio, radar etc.

Course literature:
Randall D.Knight "Oscillation and waves, A customised edition of Physics for scientists and engineers - A strategic approach" 3rd edition, compiled by K.Järrendahl.

Examination:
Written examination
4 ECTS
 



Course language is Swedish.
Department offering the course: IFM.
Director of Studies: Magnus Boman
Examiner: Kenneth Järrendahl
Link to the course homepage at the department


Course Syllabus in Swedish

Linköping Institute of Technology

 


Contact: TFK , val@tfk.liu.se
Last updated: 05/04/2017