Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Objectives The students are expected to gain an understanding of the fundamental concepts and principles of physics relevant to engineering applications.
Synopsis This subject involves a study of the following topics: electromagnetism - electric fields and potential, capacitance, resistance, magnetic fields; waves - origin and properties of mechanical, sound and light waves; conduction - conduction mechanisms in gases, liquids and solids; and the thermal and thermoelectric properties of solid materials.
Assessment Examination: 80% + Laboratory exercises: 20%