Course Details
Country:
Ireland
Institution:
Dublin City University
Course Title:
Life, the Universe and Everything
Course Number:
PHY1021
Course Description:
Description:
Life, the Universe and Everything is an introductory module to the astronomy and biomedical sciences streams in our suite of physics degrees. This module will help inform students about the different degree streams available in second and subsequent years.
Learning Outcomes
1. Explain the motion of the Sun, Moon & planets in the sky
2. Calculate the motion of the planets in the solar system using Kepler's Laws
3. Describe the composition & nature of the sun and its power source.
4. Quantify the different types of stars and their life cycle.
5. Describe the structure and functions of human body systems
6. Explain the role of physics in the human body, including respiratory and cardiovascular systems.
7. Calculate fluid velocities and pressures within different parts of the body.
8. Discuss energy and energy transfer in the body, including work, temperature and heat, and metabolism.
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
ASTR 103
Attachment Files:
Module_ Life, the Universe and Everything.pdf
