as SE. org University College of the Cayman Islands ASSOCIATE DEGREE SYLLABUS COURSE NUMBER/TITLE: PHY 253 Physics: Waves, Oscillations & Energy COURSE DESCRIPTION Periodic vibration of a fluid or an elastic solid constitutes an oscillation, Oscillations following simple harmonic motion are of particular interest as this type of motion is common in nature, Waves represent a method of energy transfer through a medium or space by means of the regular vibration of particles (as in a sound wave) or « physical quantity (as in ‘an electro-magnetic wave). An awareness of the resonance phenomenon is important in applications as diverse as communications and construction. Energy concepts are developed to include existing fossil fuel sources and alternative forms of production. Credits: 4 Pre-requisites PHY 110, PHY 120 MAT 121 Co-requisite: MAT 221 COURSE OBJECTIVES ‘The expected outcome is that students will be able to’ (@) Recall concepts of energy and work and the application of various units (b) Define SHM and apply the SHM equation a and v= -wA sin urt (©) Explain free oscillations and damping and the importance of critical damping, also forced oscillations and resonance, giving practical applications -u?x and its solutions x = A sin (wt + 8) (@) Distinguish between transverse and longitudinal waves and recall & use the equation c=fh (©) Be familiar with the following ef fects on waves: polarization, diffraction & interference, (O) State the laws of thermodynamics and the operation of heat pumps and heat engines (g) Describe methods of photo-voltaic, solar, hydroelectric, tidal and wind energy generation. (h) Detail the advantages & disadvantages of nuclear fuels and distinguish between fission and fusion reactorsPHY 253 CONTENT: 1. Energy Concepts: * Work and energy. Forms of energy. conservation and conversion, Mass and energy transfer processes. + Units in current use for measurement of energy: joule, kWh, BTU, calorie, Calorie, electron-velt, foot-pound, + World-wide energy demand from a per capita perspective. 2. Oscillatory Motion ‘+ Physical and mathematical treatment of undamped simple harmonic motion. ‘* Energy interchanges during SHM. ‘= Damping. + Free oscillations, forced oscillations and resonance 3. Waves «Progressive waves: transverse & longitudinal + Frequency, wavelength and velocity. + Polarization + Diffraction + Interference. + Stationary waves. + Optical-fibre communications, 4. Thermodynamics Mechanical Equivalent of heat. + Laws of thermodynamics ‘+ Heat engines and heat pumps. Co-generation. 5. Traditional/Non-renewable Energy Sources * Fossil & nuclear © Conversion Processes. Power stations and heat engines; nuclear fission and fusion. + Hazards é long-term harmful consequences, Nuclear waste management. 6. Alfernative/Renewable Energy Sources + Passive solar, photovoltaic, wind, geothermal, hydro (tidal, wave, pumped storage, OTEC), biomass, geothermal, fuel cells, + Conversion processes, Transportation + Flex fuels «Hybrid and hydrogen-powered vehicles8. Emissions and Atmospheric Pollution. Acid rain ‘Ozone depletion Greenhouse Effect World Climate Change 9. Energy Conservation: Domestic Industry Agriculture. Waste Management and Recycling ‘ASSESSMENT: (@) Continuous 40 % (Coursework 20 %, Laboratery Reports 20 %) (b) Mid-Semester Exam 20 % (©) End-semester Exam 40 % Recommended Textbooks: * Physics" Dobson, Grace Lovett “Energy & the Environment” Ristinin & Kraushaar