Course syllabus

Energi- och omvärldsfysik
Energy and Environmental Physics

FAFA70, 7,5 credits, G1 (First Cycle)

Valid for: 2016/17
Decided by: Education Board B
Date of Decision: 2016-03-29

General Information

Main field: Technology.
Compulsory for: W1
Language of instruction: The course will be given in Swedish

Aim

The student will develop an understanding of basic concepts within the Physics that form the scientific basis for a Master of Science in Environmental Engineering. The course will be a tool for understanding physical concepts, laws and theories with a focus on energy and energy supply. The course aims at training the student in modelling, problem solving and experimental methodology. The course also aims at providing a perspective on, and problematisation around the engineer's role in the development of a sustainable society.

Learning outcomes

Knowledge and understanding
For a passing grade the student must

• understand how modeling - in the form of mathematical models, analogies and pictures - interact with laboratory experiments and reality
• be able to (in physical terms) describe and analyze phenomena, especially flows of energy, energy conversions and exchange of energy, in nature and in technical systems
• understand the environmental impact of the use of energy and how it affects the living conditions on Earth
• have a knowledge of Physics that facilitates communication with experts from different fields, crucial for the development of Sustainable Engineering.

Competences and skills
For a passing grade the student must

• be able to use physical models to analyze, understand and describe technical problems
• be able to use the Physics and the Experimental methods presented in the course, and relate them to real engineering problems
• be able to write a well-structured laboratory report in which experimental data are presented and analyzed
• be able to communicate (written) and present (orally) a more or less complex issue related to sustainability, to people with varying educational background.

Judgement and approach
For a passing grade the student must

• be able to demonstrate an insight into the possibilities and limitations of Physics - especially in relation to the development of future technologies
• be able to indentify his/her further need of knowledge also within other areas.
• be aware of aspects of energy other than those related strictly to science and of the complexity that may be present in reality-based problems.

Contents

Experimental methodology: Management, analysis and presentation of data and models.

Gases and liquids: Pressure. Ideal and real gases. Fluids.

Energy: Temperature and heat. The laws of thermodynamics, changes of state and cyclic processes. Meat machines, refrigerators and heat pumps. Statistical description of thermodynamics. Entropy and exergy. Heat transfer; conduction, convection, thermal radiation. Greenhouse effect. Climate models. Ionizing radiation - x-rays and radioactivity - origin and interaction with matter. Activity, absorbed dose and dose equivalent. Applications.

Examination details

Grading scale: TH
Assessment: Mandatory presence and active participation in laboratory exercises and workshops. Approved written lab reports, approved written and oral project presentation. Written exam.

Parts
Code: 0117. Name: Laboratory Sessions and Project Work.
Credits: 2,5. Grading scale: UG. Assessment: Passed laboratory sessions, written assignments, workshops and project.
Code: 0217. Name: Energy and Environmental Physics.
Credits: 5. Grading scale: TH. Assessment: Written exam.

Admission

Required prior knowledge: FMAA05 Calculus in One Variable, part 1 or similar.
The number of participants is limited to: No
The course overlaps following course/s: FAFA15, FAF220, FAFA05, FAFA30, FAFA35, FAFA45, FAFF25, FAFA20, FAFA65, FAFA75

Reading list

• Jönsson, Göran: Fysik i vätskor och gaser. Teach Support, 2016, ISBN: 9789197249997.
• Jönsson, Göran: Utdrag ur Atomfysikens grunder. Teach Support, 2012, ISBN: 9789163389580. Only parts of this book will be used. The chapters will be distributed by the Physics Department.
• Kurslaboratoriet för fysik, LTH: Laborationshandledningar. 2017. Instructions for laboratory exercises are available through live@lund.

Contact and other information

Course coordinator: Elisabeth Nilsson, elisabeth.nilsson@ftf.lth.se
Course homepage: https://liveatlund.lu.se