Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Understand the theoretical and methodological fundamentals in arts, science, engineering and construction to solve problems involving these disciplines
• Identify, describe and explain the basic artistic, scientific and mathematical principles
• Understand laboratory techniques: testing, measuring, monitoring protocol, and security
• Select and thoroughly apply knowledge, methods and tools in arts, sciences, engineering sciences and construction to solve problems involving these disciplines
• Collaborate, work in a team
• Interact effectively with other students to carry out collaborative projects.
• Communicate in a structured way - visually, orally and in writing, in French and English - giving clear, accurate, and reasoned information
• Argue to and persuade a project owner, teachers and a board orally, with visual aids and in writing
• Use several methods of written and graphic communication: text, tables, equations, sketches, maps, graphs, etc.
• Present analysis or experiment results in laboratory reports
• Demonstrate thoroughness and independence throughout their studies
• Demonstrate self-awareness, asses themself, and develop appropriate learning strategies.
• Develop scientific and cultural curiosity and open-mindedness

Learning Outcomes of UE

Acquire the concept of the scientific approach in physics as well as the basics of geometric optics, wave physics, electricity and magnetism. Solve a contextualized problem. Understand and use an experimental set-up.

UE Content: description and pedagogical relevance

Q1 :
- What is Physics ?
- Geometric optics : nature and propagation of light; reflection; refraction; mirrors; diopters; lenses; eye; colors; optical systems; instruments.
- Wave physics : generalities; interferences; standing waves; diffraction; beats; electromagnetic waves; acoustic waves.

Q2 :
- Electricity and magnetism : electrostatics; electrokinetics; electrodynamics; electromagnetism; alternating current.

Prior Experience

Physics and basic mathematics (secondary school level).