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| PHYS0111-2 | Physical and mathematical bases for biomedical sciences
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| Duration : | 65h Th, 26h Pr, 20h QA Sess., 20h REM |
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| Lecturer : | Maryse Hoebeke |
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Language(s) of instruction :
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| French language |
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Course contents :
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| The experimental physics course consists of six units:
1. General movement laws, further study of mechanics and esp. the physical basics of biomechanics
2. Fluid mechanics, esp. blood flow in the circulatory system and the biophysics of the respiration
3. Eletromagnetism, esp. the physical basics of electrophysiology
4. Waves
5. Geometrical optics, esp. the physical basics of ophthalmology
General movment laws will be studied during exercices training.
Several parts of the experimental physics course provide the essential basic knowledge for understanding the medical imagery course in the second year.
Oral teaching is completed with experimental demonstrations.
Experimental sciences rely on quantitative measurement. Basic mathematical knowledge will be provided during classes and repetitions to optimize students¿ understanding of the physics course and experimental outcome processing in general. This part of the course is definitely practical and includes vector calculation, derivatives and differentials and integral calculation. |
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Learning outcomes of the course :
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| Physics can be used in medicine pragmatically. Applying physical laws makes it possible to explain a great number of biological mechanisms and to remedy certain deficiencies. Physical methods used in medicine, which will have to be further explained during specialized courses, require some introduction to physics with a view to learning the key elements of physics thinking. Biological systems are real systems; like steam engines and computers, they are all subjected to physical constraints. Learning about the rules of physics allows students to understand a great number of mechanisms and advanced techniques, which will then cease being obscure concepts.
The following general questions show that physics often plays a role in biology and medicine.
Physical laws limit the possible uses of a microscope. It is possible to examine a liver cell, a protein or a hydrogen atom under a microscope?
What does an electroencephalogram measure?
What is dialysis?
How can isotopic labelling be used in medicine? What dangers should be considered while using such a technique?
What is the role of a pacemaker?
In what biological processes does gravity play a role? |
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Prerequisites and co-requisites/ Recommended optional programme components :
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| The course requires good knowledge of secondary education-level mathematics. Students are strongly recommended to attend remedial classes in mathematics. Such classes will be organized to refresh basic knowledge and bridge the gap between secondary education and first-year university courses. |
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Planned learning activities and teaching methods :
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| The repetition and practicals schedule will be communicated to the students at the beginning of the year.
mechanics sessions
fluid mechanics sessions
electricity and electromagnetism sessions
optics sessions
Student have to be present at the practicals. Any absence must be justified in the week which follows the absence at the secretary's office. |
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Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning) :
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| The course schedule will be available early september |
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Recommended or required readings :
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| Physique expérimentale (Experimental Physics)
J. KANE & M. STERHEIM, Physique, Dunod, Paris,
third edition corrected by P. Ghosez, M. Hoebeke, G. Llabrès
syllabus for exercices,mathematics and practical sessions |
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Assessment methods and criteria :
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| one test in january leading to exemption
2 training tests during the course (first hour training test, second hour correction by the teacher, the test is self corrected by the student)
written exam during the session
In june oral exam for the practicals , in augustus written exam |
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Organizational remarks :
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| Students can ask the professor physics questions outside of theoretical classes. They are strongly recommended to make appointments. Useful information can also be found on the Internet (physmed Website).
For questions on repetitions and laboratory classes, students can ask the relevant assistant lecturers and supervising tutors.
Students can also ask for the help of a remedial tutor (Mr Philippe Kinet) for the physics course. The remedial tutor is specifically in charge of bridging the gap between secondary and university education.
For urgent problems, you can call Ms M. Hoebeke on her mobile: 0476 23 74 23.
Administrative issues: please contact Ms Demarche on 04/366 36 61. |
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Contacts :
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| Professor Maryse HOEBEKE, office 1/14, Bâtiment Physique B5,
Phone: 04/366 36 51, Mobile: 0476/23 74 23, Email: M.Hoebeke@ulg.ac.be
Secretary: S. Demarche, Bâtiment Physique B5,
Phone: 04/366 36 61,
Email: sdemarche@ulg.ac.be
Logisticien : Cristelle Prosperi, Bâtiment Physique B5,
tel : 04/3663663
Email : Christelle.Prosperi@ulg.ac.be(Christelle.Prosperi@ulg.ac.be) |
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