The main objective of this course is to provide students with the basic physical fundamentals of electricity, magnetism and waves. We will start with electrostatics and continue with direct current circuits. We will then introduce the magnetic field and electromagnetic induction and finish with waves, both mechanical and electromagnetic. All the basic concepts studied will be supported by examples related to biomedical engineering.



The subject is part of the Basic Training Module.



The contents imparted in Physics II will be used in the following subjects of the degree:



- Applied Biophysics and Biochemistry

- Electric Circuits

- Fundamentals of electronics

- Radiology and Radiological protection

In this subject we will address the following competences:



General competences:

G003: Knowledge in basic and technological subjects, which enable to learn new methods and theories, and provide versatility to adapt to new situations.



Transversal competences:

T001: Ability to solve problems with initiative, decision making, creativity and critical reasoning, respecting the principles of universal accessibility and design for all people.

T007: Capacity for cooperation and teamwork.



Specific competences:

M01FB02: Understanding and mastery of the basic concepts of general laws of mechanics, thermodynamics, fields and waves and electromagnetism and their application for the resolution of engineering problems.



Learning results:



RAG06: The graduate will identify the fundamental laws of physics and chemistry that are applicable in the field of engineering.

RAT1: The graduate will be able to solve problems with initiative, decision making, creativity and critical reasoning.

RAT3: The graduate will be able to work constructively in a team.

01. Electric field

02. Direct current circuits

03. Magnetic field

04. Electromagnetic induction

05. Waves

The subject will be imparted in lectures and problem solving and laboratory sessions.



- Lectures will cover the theoretical aspects of the subject. They will include powerpoint presentations, videos, small experiments and explanations on the board. All the material used in the classroom will be available in eGela. Additionally, using the proposed bibliography, which students can find in the library, will be important to follow the course.



- Problem solving sessions will be dedicated to reinforce the theoretical concepts learnt in the lectures.



- As for the laboratory sessions, the students will have a script in eGela of the experiment to be carried out, which they must read and understand before entering the laboratory. Once there, in pairs, they will carry out the experiment following the script. Afterwards, they will write up a report detailing the results and conclusions obtained.

• Continuous Assessment System
• Final Assessment System
• Tools and qualification percentages:
  • Written test to be taken (%): 85
  • Realization of Practical Work (exercises, cases or problems) (%): 15

Continuous assessment system:



The continuous assessment system consists of three short tests to be taken throughout the course, three laboratory practices and a written exam.



- The short tests consist on solving one problem and will be taken individually during class time. Each short test will contribute 5% to the final mark.



- The laboratory practices will be made in couples or trios and will be evaluated. Each laboratory practice will contribute 5% to the final mark.



- The final exam will be taken at the end of the term and will contribute 70% to the final mark.



Therefore, if choosing the continuous assessment system, the final mark will be obtained as follows:



0.15 x average of short tests + 0.15 x average of laboratory practices + 0.7 x final exam



To pass the course it is necessary to pass the laboratory practices. Students who fail the laboratory practices will get a maximum mark of 4 regardless of the result of the above formula.

Students who do not take the final exam will get a 'not shown' mark in the ordinary call.



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Final assessment system:



In order to waive the continuous assessment system, a written request must be submitted to the lecturer of the subject no later than week 9 from the beginning of the second term.



The final assessment system consists of a final written exam (85%) and a laboratory exam (15%) which will take place at an agreed time. To pass the course it is necessary to pass the laboratory exam.



Therefore, if choosing the final assessment system, the final mark will be obtained as follows:



0.15 x laboratory exam + 0.85 x final exam



Students who fail the laboratory exam will get a maximum mark of 4 regardless of the result of the above formula.

Students who do not take the final exam will get a 'not shown' mark in the ordinary call.

The extraordinary call consists of a final written exam (85%) and a laboratory exam (15%). The laboratory exam will take place at an agreed time. To pass the course it is necessary to pass the laboratory exam. Students who have passed the laboratory practices during the course will keep the mark obtained in the evaluation of the extraordinary call.



Therefore, in the extraordinary call the final mark will be obtained as follows:



0.15 x average of laboratory practices or laboratory exam + 0.85 x final exam



Students who fail the laboratory exam will get a maximum mark of 4 regardless of the result of the above formula.

Students who do not take the final exam will get a 'not shown' mark in the extraordinary call.

eGela application.

Basic bibliography

"Physics for Scientists and Engineers", Tipler and Mosca; Vols 1 and 2, 5th Ed. (2005) or 6th Ed. (2010) Reverté



"University Physics", Young and Freedman (2018) Ed. Pearson



"Conceptual Physical Science", P.G. Hewitt (2013) Pearson Mexico



"Fisika zientzialari eta ingeniarientzat", P. Fishbane (2008) UPV/EHU argitalpen zerbitzua



The proposed bibliography is available in the UPV/EHU library in English and Spanish, and also in Basque in the case of Fishbane.

Web addresses

https://phet.colorado.edu/en/
https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/find-by-topic/#cat=science&subcat=physics&spec=electromagnetism
http://www.sc.ehu.es/sbweb/fisica3/autor/descripcion.html