Fundamental Physics: Theory

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE 2024
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
Not available
Credits:
6
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

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Unit Learning Outcomes

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1. — Know how forces work in action.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1.

    Explain the types of forces acting in given situations.

  • 1.2.

    Find the position of centre and gravity of a uniform body, justifying the answer.

  • 1.3.

    Explain key forces acting on the human body in a given situation.

2. — Know about static and hydrostatic pressure.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1.

    Explain situations in which different combinations of forces and areas create different pressures.

  • 2.2.

    Analyse the movement of gases in relation to atmospheric pressure.

  • 2.3.

    Explain how pressure changes are accommodated by biological systems.

3. — Be able to apply Hooke's law in relation to stretching and compressing.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1.

    Summarise Hooke's law in relation to stretching and compressing.

  • 3.2.

    Evaluate data from stretching experiments.

  • 3.3.

    Compare and contrast how two different materials behave under stress and strain in the human body.

4. — Know about the action of levers.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1.

    Explain the Principle of Moments.

  • 4.2.

    Calculate the forces/distance required to achieve equilibrium.

  • 4.3.

    Explain the role of levers and joints in achieving a vertical posture in humans.

5. — Be able to apply the concepts of current voltage and resistance in practice.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1.

    Explain the relationship between current, voltage and resistance.

  • 5.2.

    Calculate the electrical resistance of various components.

  • 5.3.

    Evaluate how electrical concepts are used in a given medical device or procedure.