The course aims to provide students with an understanding of the fundamental phenomena of physics and their connections with other scientific disciplines and research areas, including chemistry, biology, and geology. Within this framework, the course is designed to provide:
1. a solid foundation in the core topics of general physics, ranging from Newtonian mechanics, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics to electrostatics, magnetism, and modern physics, including electromagnetic waves, an introduction to quantum physics, and nuclear physics;
2. the ability to formulate, contextualize, and solve basic problems in general physics;
3. a critical approach to scientific inquiry and the development of problem-solving skills through the application of fundamental physical models (for example, diffusion models applied to the spread of viruses);
4. the essential scientific and conceptual tools required for the study of the physical, chemical, and natural sciences.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will have acquired a solid understanding of the fundamental principles of physics, their practical applications, and their relevance to the natural sciences. They will also be able to solve problems related to the topics covered in the course and will have developed a critical and analytical approach to scientific problems.