Overview

This topic provides an introduction to Physics with an emphasis on applications in the Health Sciences (Medicine, Audiology, Optometry, etc.). The topic material covers the following basic areas of physical phenomena. Measurement: Units, dimensions, scientific notation, basic trigonometry, coordinates, vectorsLinear Motion: Kinematics (displacement, velocity, acceleration)Forces, and Energy: Forces (gravity, ideal … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Aims

This topic aims to:

  • Teach students the basic physics principles and techniques important for the understanding of a broad range of physical phenomena in the Health Sciences
  • Develop problem-solving skills
  • Develop laboratory skills
  • Encourage critical analysis

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Assumed knowledge

Basic non-calculus based mathematical skills (algebra, trigenometry, geometry, quadratic equations etc).