ዩኒቲ ዩንቨርሲቲ Unity University
Course Outline/ Syllabus
Course title: General Physics (Phys 1011) – 3 CrHr and CoHr- 3
Program: AR 1R, CCS 1R- 6R and NUR 1R
Instructor: Esuyawkal Demeku (MED in Natural Science (physic))
Email: esuyawkalde12@gmail.com
Telegram: Esuyawkal Demeku
Course Category: Common Courses
Prerequisite: Grade 11th and 12th Physics text books or elementary physics
Pre-requisite for: properties of vectors, heat and temperature, 1D and 2D so on
Course Learning Outcomes: After completion of this course, students will be able to:
Discuss basic physics by refreshing and summarizing the previous
preparatory physicsconcepts before tackling the advanced physics courses.
Explain the kinematics and dynamics of particles in one and two dimensions.
State principles of fluids in equilibrium and solve problems applying Pascal‘s
principle, Archimedes‘s, principles and Bernoulli‘s equation in various
situations.
Explain the basic concepts of charges, fields and potentials.
Analyze direct and alternating current circuits containing different electric
elements andsolve circuit problems.
Demonstrate the use and the working system of cells (batteries),
resistors, generators,motors and transformers.
Explain the first law of thermodynamics for a closed system and apply it to
solveproblems.
Discuss systems that oscillate with simple harmonic motion.
Explain the application of physics in different sciences and technology fields.
Apply and describe a variety of experimental techniques and grasp the
general guidelinesof laboratory
Develop the skill of laboratory work.
Methods of Teaching: lectures, tutorials, self-study (project works), problem solving, class and group
discussions, assignments, laboratory/site demonstrations and hands-on exercises as well as
quizzes and tests
Methods of Learning: E-Learning, video lecture and tutor, 5E methods, PhEt simulation, etc
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The course is to give an overview concept of physics based on analysis and
dating techniques used in science and technology. High school mathematics
Course Description and physics concepts are enough as prerequisite for this course. Laws,
principles, and methods of physics will be taught in a more descriptive
manner using simple mathematics. The course covers physical quantities,
vectors, motion of bodies, force &linear momentum, work energy & power,
fluidmechanics, thermodynamics, oscillations and wave’s electromagnetism
and applications of physics.
List of Experiments
Measurements of basic constants, length, .mass and time
from Mechanics Free fall
Hook‘s law
Density of liquids
Simple pendulum
List of Experiments Calibration of voltmeter and ammeter from galvanometer
from Electricity and Ohm‘s law, parallel and series combination of resistors
Magnetism
List of Experiments V-I characteristics of diode
from electronics Rectification
Logic gate
NB: From these recommended experiments, at least six experiments to be performed. Simulation
experiments from the Internet can be used to supplement laboratory activities whenever possible.
Course contents:
Teaching method Weak
No. Topics Continuous ass. Type
No.
1 Introduction: Lecture,
Course outline introducing each
Pre-requisites other with
1 Oral discussion
Basic concepts on general physics respect to
experiences,
Group formation
2 Chapter-1: Physical quantities & vectors
1.1 Physical Quantities and Measurement Group discussion
1.2 Uncertainty in Measurement and Significant Digits 1 and 2
1.3 Vectors: composition and resolution
1.4 Unit Vector Lecture, active
3 Chapter-2: kinematics and dynamics of learning, Test:1 on : Physical
particles cooperative quantities Kinematics
2.1 Kinematics in One and Two Dimensions learning, 5E 2 and 3 in One and Two
2.2 Particle Dynamics and Planetary Motion methods Dimensions & vectors
2.3 Work, Energy and Linear Momentum
4 Chapter-3: Fluid mechanics 5 and 6 Reading assignment
3.1 Properties of Bulk Matter Group 1
3.2 Density and Pressure in Static Fluids
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3.3 Buoyant Force and Archimedes‘ Principles Reading assignment
3.4 Moving Fluids and Bernoulli Equations (Fluid 5 and 6 Group 2
Dynamics)
5 Chapter-4: HEAT AND THERMODYNAMICS
4.1 The concept of Temperature and the Zeroth
law of Thermodynamics
4.2 Thermal Expansion Assign-: on heat and
4.3 The Concept of Heat, Work and Internal 4 and 5 thermodynamics
Energy Group discussion
4.4 Specific Heat and Latent Heat
4.5 Heat Transfer Mechanisms
4.6 The First Law of Thermodynamics
6 Chapter-5: OSCILLATIONS, WAVES AND OPTICS
5.1 Simple Harmonic Motion
5E methods,
5.2 The simple Pendulum
Tutorials, Reading assignment
5.3 Wave and Its Characteristics 5 and 6
seminars, Group 3 & 4
5.4 Resonance
demonstrations,
5.5 The Doppler Effect
active learning,
5.6 Image Formation by Thin Lenses and Mirrors
cooperative
7 Chapter-6: ELECTROMAGNETISM AND
learning,
ELECTRONICS
6.1 Coulomb‘s Law and Electric Fields
6.2 Electric Potential
6.3 Current, Resistance and Ohm‘s Law
6.4 Electrical Energy and Power Class activity, group
5 and 6
6.5 Equivalent Resistance and Kirchhoff‘s Rule work,
6.6 Magnetic Field and Magnetic Flux
6.7 Electromagnetic Induction
6.8 Insulators, Conductors and Semiconductors
6.9 Diodes
6.10 Transistors
8 Chapter-7: CROSS CUTTING APPLICATIONS OF
PHYSICS
7.1 Physics in Agriculture and Environment
demonstrations, Reading assignment
7.2 Physics in Industries
active learning, 5 and 6 Group 5 & 6
7.3 Physics in Health Sciences and Medical Imaging
7.4 Physics and Archeology group dictions
7.5 Application in Earth and Space Sciences
7.6 Applications in Power Generation
8 Reading assignment demonstrations,
Unit 3 , 5 and 7 active learning, 6 Project presentation
group dictions
8 Class End
Lecture,
Course summary Show continuous ass.
discussion, filling 6
Teaching learning evaluation (50%)
evaluation form
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Assessment mapping
Continues assessment Sum Final Exam Total
Assign- 100%
Ass. Press. Test-1 and 2 Attendance.
paper 50% 50%
5% 5%
10% 30%
Lecture Policy: A student shall attend at least 80 % of the classes lecture and 100% lab/field practical
to seat on final exam and to get the final grade be submitted. Unexpected quiz up to 5% mark may be
the attendance for the rest 5%. Late arrival for attending lecture and passive learning like idle to take
notes are offensive.
Evaluation:
Continuous assessment (50%) and final exam (50%)
Grading:
Status Class Description
Raw Mark Letter Grade Grade Points
Description
[90, 100) A+ 4.00 First Class with
[85, 90) A 4.00 Excellent Great
[80, 85) A- 3.75 Distinction
[75, 80) B+ 3.50 Very good First Class with
[70, 75) B 3.00 Distinction
[65, 70) B- 2.75 Good First Class
[60, 65) C+ 2.50 Second Class
[50, 60) C 2.00 Satisfactory
[45,50) C- 1.75 Unsatisfactory Lower Class
[40,45) D 1.00 Very Poor
[0,40) F 0.00 Fail Lowest Class
Graduation Requirement for graduation
A cumulative grade point average CGPA of 2.00 must be obtained;
A cumulative grade point average CGPA of 2.00 in major area courses;
No “F” grade in any course taken for undergraduate program;
Score pass mark for all courses which have Pass/Fail grade.
References:
Serway, R. A. and Vuille, C., 2018, College Physics, 11th ed., Cengage Learning,
Boston,USA
University Physics with Modern Physics by Young, freedman and Lewis Ford
Physics for Scientists and Engineers with Modern Physics by Douglas C. Giancoli
Fundamentals of physics by David Halliday, Robert Resnick and Gearl Walker
College Physics by Hugh D. Young Sears Zemansky, 9th edition
Herman Cember and Thomas A. Johnson, Introduction to Health Physics, 4th ed., (2008).
William R. Hendee and E. Russell Ritenour, Medical Imaging Physics, 4th ed., (2002).
Tayal D.C. Basic Electronics. 2nd ed. Himalaya Publishing House Mumbai, (1998).
Theraja B.L., R.S. Sedha. Principles of Electronic Devices and Circuits, S.Chand and
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Company Ltd, New Delhi, (2004).
Introduction to Space Physics, M. G. Kivelson and C. T. Russell, Cambridge
UniversityPress, 1995.
Stacey, Frank D.: Physics of the earth. 2nd Ed.,Wiley, 1977.
https://sites.google.com/site/apphysics1online/home
https://phys.libretexts.org/
Confirmation:
Instructor: Esuyawkal Demeku (MED in physics) Date: 16/06/202 5 Signature_____
Program Coordinator: Date: _____________Signature: ________
Time line
Jun 16: Class begin
Aug 3: Class end
Week 1 Jun 16– 22
Week 2 Jun 23 – 29
Week 3 Jun 30 – Jul 6
Week 4 Jul 7 – 13
Week 5 Jul 14 – 20
Week 6 Jul 21 – 27
Week 7 Jul 28 – Aug 3 Class End
Week 8 Aug 4 – 10 Final Exam
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