Basic mathematical skills (geometry, trigonometry, complex numbers, matrix and determinant algebra, differential and integral calculus) and physics (vectorial and scalar physical quantities, basics concepts of Mechanics and Electromagnetism).
It is recommended that students have studied Physics at the level of “A level” (UK system) or “international bachiller” (main-land Europe).
Students are advised to register for and attend the beginner’s course (“curso cero”) in Maths and Physics that takes place in Ciudad Real in the Computer Science School (la Escuela Superior de Informática, ESI) just before the start of the academic year (i.e. at the beginning of September).
The subject of Physics forms part of the set of basic subjects taught in any university degree of scientific-technological character. The study of Physics is particularly pertinent in the case of a Computer Science degree, since a great deal of the technology used to build a computer or to operate a communication network began to emerge from Physics research laboratories around the time of the Second World War.
The Physics course lays the conceptual foundations for understanding the scientific and technological concepts underlying information technology and communication. These foundations are related to other subjects in the degree course, for example, Technology of Computers, Structure of Computers, Computer Networks I and II, Organization of Computers and Architecture of Computers. Furthermore, the study of Physics helps students to structure their thoughts, allowing them to confront future tasks and problems from a purely scientific basis.
Course competences | |
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Code | Description |
BA02 | Understanding and knowledge of basic terms about fields, waves and electromagnetism, theory of electric circuits, electronic circuits, physical principles of semiconductors and logic families, electronic and photonic devices and their use to solve engineering problems. |
INS01 | Analysis, synthesis, and assessment skills. |
INS03 | Ability to manage information and data. |
INS04 | Problem solving skills by the application of engineering techniques. |
PER01 | Team work abilities. |
SIS01 | Critical thinking. |
SIS03 | Autonomous learning. |
Course learning outcomes | |
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Description | |
Utilization of scientific-technical software which is appropriate for the resolution of hardware problems applied in the frame of Computer Science and Engineering. | |
Knowledge of basic concepts about fields and waves, electromagnetism, theories of circuits, and their application in the resolution of Computer Engineering problems. | |
Knowledge of fundamental concepts of physics linked to technological processes which are present in computer systems. | |
Additional outcomes | |
Not established. |
Training Activity | Methodology | Related Competences (only degrees before RD 822/2021) | ECTS | Hours | As | Com | Description | |
Class Attendance (theory) [ON-SITE] | Lectures | BA02 INS01 INS03 | 0.72 | 18 | N | N | Presentation of the subject topics by the course lecturer. (MAG) | |
Problem solving and/or case studies [ON-SITE] | Problem solving and exercises | BA02 INS01 INS03 INS04 PER01 | 0.6 | 15 | N | N | Detailed solution of exercises in class, involving student participation. (PRO) | |
Laboratory practice or sessions [ON-SITE] | Practical or hands-on activities | BA02 INS01 INS03 INS04 PER01 SIS01 SIS03 | 0.6 | 15 | Y | Y | Realization of laboratory practicals and their corresponding reports. (LAB) | |
Individual tutoring sessions [ON-SITE] | Combination of methods | BA02 INS04 SIS01 | 0.18 | 4.5 | N | N | Individual or small-group tutorials in the office of the course lecturer or in an alternative place (e.g. teaching laboratory) in the Computer Science School. (TUT) | |
Study and Exam Preparation [OFF-SITE] | Combination of methods | BA02 INS01 SIS01 SIS03 | 2.1 | 52.5 | N | N | Individual study on the part of the student. (EST) | |
Writing of reports or projects [OFF-SITE] | Group Work | BA02 INS01 INS03 INS04 PER01 SIS01 SIS03 | 0.8 | 20 | Y | N | Realization, by a student group, of a paper or a report proposed by the course lecturer, and the oral presentation of this work by the same group. (RES) | |
Other off-site activity [OFF-SITE] | Problem solving and exercises | BA02 INS01 INS03 INS04 PER01 SIS01 SIS03 | 0.4 | 10 | Y | N | Self-study and preparation of laboratory practicals. (PLAB) | |
Other off-site activity [OFF-SITE] | Self-study | BA02 INS01 INS03 INS04 PER01 SIS01 SIS03 | 0.3 | 7.5 | N | N | Preparation for the subject's practice sessions. (PLAB) | |
Other on-site activities [ON-SITE] | Assessment tests | BA02 INS01 INS03 INS04 PER01 SIS01 SIS03 | 0.1 | 2.5 | Y | N | First partial examination (which may be retaken in the "Extraordinary Exam Call". (EVA) | |
Other on-site activities [ON-SITE] | Assessment tests | BA02 INS01 INS03 INS04 PER01 SIS01 SIS03 | 0.2 | 5 | Y | N | Second partial examination (which may be retaken in the "Extraordinary Exam Call". (EVA) | |
Total: | 6 | 150 | ||||||
Total credits of in-class work: 2.4 | Total class time hours: 60 | |||||||
Total credits of out of class work: 3.6 | Total hours of out of class work: 90 |
As: Assessable training activity Com: Training activity of compulsory overcoming (It will be essential to overcome both continuous and non-continuous assessment).
Evaluation System | Continuous assessment | Non-continuous evaluation * | Description |
Test | 25.00% | 25.00% | Partial Test 1. Non-compulsory activity that can be retaken (rescheduling). To be carried out at the end of the first half of the teaching period. |
Test | 40.00% | 40.00% | Partial Test 2. Non-compulsory activity that can be retaken. To be carried out within the planned dates of the final exam call. The Partial Test 1 retake will be performed at this date. |
Laboratory sessions | 20.00% | 20.00% | Compulsory activity that can be retaken. To be carried out during lab sessions. |
Theoretical papers assessment | 10.00% | 10.00% | Non-compulsory activity that can be retaken. To be carried out during the theory/lab sessions. |
Assessment of active participation | 5.00% | 5.00% | Non-compulsory activity that can be retaken. To be carried out before end of teaching period. |
Total: | 100.00% | 100.00% |
Not related to the syllabus/contents | |
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Hours | hours |
Laboratory practice or sessions [PRESENCIAL][Practical or hands-on activities] | 15 |
Individual tutoring sessions [PRESENCIAL][Combination of methods] | 4.5 |
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Combination of methods] | 52.5 |
Writing of reports or projects [AUTÓNOMA][Group Work] | 20 |
Other off-site activity [AUTÓNOMA][Problem solving and exercises] | 10 |
Other off-site activity [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 7.5 |
Other on-site activities [PRESENCIAL][Assessment tests] | 2.5 |
Other on-site activities [PRESENCIAL][Assessment tests] | 5 |
Unit 1 (de 11): ELECTRIC FIELD | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 1.5 |
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | 1.5 |
Unit 2 (de 11): ELECTRIC POTENTIAL | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 1.5 |
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | 1.5 |
Unit 3 (de 11): ELECTROSTATICS IN CONDUCTORS AND DIELECTRICS | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 1.5 |
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | 1.5 |
Unit 4 (de 11): ELECTRIC CAPACITY AND CAPACITORS | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 1.5 |
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | 1.5 |
Unit 5 (de 11): ELECTRIC CURRENT. DC CIRCUITS | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 1.5 |
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | 1.5 |
Unit 6 (de 11): MAGNETIC FIELD. SOURCES OF MAGNETIC FIELD | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 3 |
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | 2 |
Unit 7 (de 11): MAGNETIC PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 1.5 |
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | 1 |
Unit 8 (de 11): ELECTROMAGNETIC INDUCTION | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 1.5 |
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | 1.5 |
Unit 9 (de 11): ALTERNATING CURRENT (AC) CIRCUITS | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 2.5 |
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | 2 |
Unit 10 (de 11): WAVES | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 1 |
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | 1 |
Unit 11 (de 11): INTRODUCTION TO SEMICONDUCTORS AND THEIR DEVICES | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 1 |
Global activity | |
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Activities | hours |
General comments about the planning: | The subject is taught in 3 x 1,5 hour sessions per week. Planning may be modified in the event of unforeseen circumstances. |