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Name of Course

Physics 1

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Course Code:

SNP12104

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Status:

Discipline Core

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Level:

Foundation

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Revision:

01

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Names of Academic
Staff:

1. John Jabaraj A/L Devadason

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Rationale for inclusion of the course in the program:

This course is aimed to provide the knowledge of the basic concepts of mechanics of
motion. The students will be equipped with understanding on units and dimensions, linear
motion, forces, energy and power, fluid and strength of materials. These concepts are
essential since this is the foundation for their study in higher level of physics and in
engineering.

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Semester and
Year Offered

Semester 1
Year 1

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Total Student Learning

Time (SLT): 176 hours

Face to face (F2F):

83hours

L= Lecture
T=Tutorial
P=Practical
O=Others

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Credit Value:

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Prerequisite:

None

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Course Learning Outcomes:

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Total guided and independent

learning (non F2F): 93 hours
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Upon completion of this subject, students should be able to:

Solve problems related to units and dimensions, linear motion, forces, energy and
power, fluid and strength of materials. (C3)
2. Apply basic knowledge of units and dimensions, linear motion, forces, energy and
power, fluid and strength of materials in related practical problems. (C3).
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Transferable skills
Skills

Development of the skills

Core Mathematics C12 (WMA01)

Skills assessments
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Scientific methods,
Critical Thinking, and
Problem Solving Skills.

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Develop by giving problem

solving question in tutorial
and assessment.

Tutorial and written

assessment

Teaching-learning strategy
Teaching and learning will be via lecture and practise tutorial sessions. Students will also
be required to do their own self-study either through guided questions in notes and tutorial.
Assessment strategy:
The formative assessment will be conducted through quizzes, written test, assignment and
trial examination.

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Synopsis
This subject will cover units and dimensions, linear motion, forces, energy and power, fluid
and strength of materials. It emphasizes on developing students physics competency in
quite a general area of physics to prepare them for higher level of physics and
engineering. The main method of delivery combines lecture, tutorial and drill with activities
to generate interest.

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Mode of Delivery
Lecture and Tutorial

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Assessment Methods and Types

Type 1
Quizzes
Assignment
Test
Trial

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15%
15%
30%
40%

(Formative)
(Formative)
(Formative)
(Formative)

IAL Edexcel Exam

100%

Total

100%

Mapping of the Course to the Program Educational Objectives

Course

PEO
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PEO
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Physics C12

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PEO
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PEO4

Mapping of the course to the Program Learning Outcomes

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PL

PL

Core Mathematics C12 (WMA01)

PL

PLO

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O
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CLO 1

CLO 2

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F2F
Topic
1

Non F2F

SLT

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Units & Dimension

The SI metric system
Physical quantities & Dimension
Homogeneity of equations

Linear Motion
Linear motion equations
Linear motion graphs
Free fall & Projectile motions

Forces
Concept of inertia, mass & force
Type of forces
Newtons First Law of Motion
Newtons Second Law of Motion
Newtons Third Law of Motion
Statics

Energy & Power

Concepts of Work & Energy
Types of energy
Energy conservation &
conversion
Power & efficiency

Fluid
Types of Fluids
Archimedes Principle
Fluid flow
Viscous drag & Terminal velocity
Strength of Materials
Stress, Strain & Youngs Modulus
Characteristics of solids
Materials in real world

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Quiz

Written test

Assignment

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Exam
TOTAL Student Learning Time (h)

Reference:

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Main:
1. Hudson M. and Fullick P. (2008). Edexcel AS Physics Student Book
(Edexcel A Level Sciences), 1 st ed. Longman.

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