Course Overview
Physics 2192 will continue to apply physical principles and the laws of physics to work in civil engineering. This course is a calculus based survey of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, wave motion, electricity and magnetism appropriate for scientists and engineers. Topics include: fluids at rest and in motion, viscosity, calorimetry, thermal expansion and stresses, simple and damped harmonic motion, standing waves, resonance, electric field and potential, DC circuits, magnetism, induction, and AC circuits. A section on the application of geophysical exploration techniques used in the field is included.
Prerequisite(s)
Credits
6.5
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Articulate properties of fluids at rest and in motion. [1, 2, 3, 6]
- Apply the concepts of calorimetry to compute temperature changes, heat loss/gain in conduction and radiation processes. [1, 2, 3, 6]
- Calculate thermal expansion and thermal stress. [1, 2, 3, 6]
- Analyze the results of seismic surveys. [1, 2, 3, 6]
- Predict the modes of vibration of simple systems. [1, 2, 3]
- Verify Ohm's Law for DC current and voltage, compute resistivity, and use an oscilloscope and multimeter. [1, 2, 3, 6]
- Analyse simple circuits with resistors, capacitors and inductors. [1, 2, 3, 6]
- Calculate electric and magnetic forces. [1, 2, 3]
- Use Gauss's Law to calculate Electric fields. [1, 2, 3]
- Use Ampere's and Biot-Savart Law to calculate Magnetic fields. [1, 2, 3]
- Apply Faraday's Law in electromagnetic induction. [1, 2, 3, 6]
- Analyse series RLC AC circuits. [1, 2, 3]
Effective as of Fall 2024
Related Programs
Physics for Civil Engineering 2 (PHYS 2192) is offered as a part of the following programs:
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- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Construction and the Environment
- Civil Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering Full-time
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