This unit starts with a consolidation of the student’s knowledge of the gravitational force and the idea of “action at a distance”. These principles are then applied to electrostatic forces and the magnetic forces produced by moving charges as well as electromagnetic induction. The unit concludes with the topic of thermodynamics including temperature, thermal expansion, heat capacity, specific and latent heat, ideal gases, work and heat in the thermal process, first law of thermodynamics and an introduction to heat engines.
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.