Educational objectives related to the different macro-areas of the course :
MECHANICS OF MATERIAL POINT AND RIGID BODY
Equalize the level of knowledge of the problems and methods for students from different schools; Introduction of the language and concepts necessary for the understanding of more complex physical and chemical phenomena that govern the physiopathology of man. In particular, the chapters on statics of rigid bodies and elasticity of the materials constitute specific knowledge that cannot be ignored in the dental field .
THERMODYNAMICS AND PHYSICS OF FLUIDS
These concepts are the basis for the understanding of a substantial part of the physiopathology of the cardiovascular system and the respiratory system.
PHYSICAL BASIS OF CLINICAL MEASURES AND ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY .
Without these it is not possible to understand the physical basis of electrophysiology. This knowledge also forms the basis for the understanding of how complex and specialized equipment operate.
PHYSICS OF IONIZING RADIATIONS.
These basic concepts are fundamental, considering in particular the use of X-ray that is done in the dental field. Moreover, the physical basis related to protection against ionizing radiation and the problems related to prevention must be known.
Prerequisites - Part A
Propedeuticity approved by degree course
Teaching Methods - Part A
Lectures, numerical exercises
Type of Assessment - Part A
Written and / or oral profit test. The final assessment takes into account the results achieved during in itinere tests.
Course program - Part A
MATHEMATICAL COMPLEMENTS.
Basic geometry, definition of flat and solid angle. Functions and their graphic representation. The basic functions. Empirical limit concept. Introduction to the derivative concept. Derivative of a function and its geometric interpretation. Integral concept and its graphic interpretation. Concept of differential equation.
2. REQUIREMENTS OF FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPTS OF CLASSICAL PHYSICS.
Measurement units. Dimensional equations. Reference system. Errors in the measure (systematic, random).
Kinematic: vectors, speed, acceleration, trajectory,
linear and circular motion, harmonious motion.
The concept of strength. The fundamental forces that exist in nature. Examples (elastic, gravitational, etc.).
Dynamic: Work and kinetic energy. Kinetic energy theorem. Conservative forces and potential energy. The principle of conservation of mechanical energy. The amount of motion and impulse of a force. The moment of a force. The generalization of the 2nd principle of rotation dynamics. Moment of inertia, Angular momentum.
Static: Balance condition for the rigid body.
Materials: elasticity
3. FLUIDS
States of aggregation of matter. The liquid state. The ideal liquids and the ideal fluid static.
Pascal's Principle.- Ideal Liquid Moto. Bernoulli's theorem. Applications of the Bernoulli theorem (to liquids and aeriforms, aneurysm). Viscosity. Motion of a Newtonian liquid (semi-real): Poiseuille regime. Limits of validity. Turbulent regime and Reynolds number. The viscometer. Venturimeter (Venturi tube: flow measurement).
Surface and Surface Voltage Phenomena. Laplace Properties. Capillarity.
4. TERMODINAMICS AND THEIR APPLICATIONS TO BIOLOGICAL SYSTEMS
Heat and temperature. Zero principle of thermodynamics. Specific heat. State changes.
Aeriforms. Perfect gas and state equation. Ideal gas model and kinetic gas theory.
The behavior of real aeriforms: gas and vapor. Thermodynamic systems. Work in Transformations. The principle of thermodynamics. Heat equivalent of work.
5. PHYSICAL BASIS OF CLINICAL MEASUREMENTS AND ELECTRO-PHYSIOLOGY
Basic concepts of electrology. Electrical charge and electrostatic force. Electric field. Gauss Theorem. Electrostatic potential energy. Potential difference. Capacitors and their capacities. Energy stored in a condenser. The conduction of the electric current. Various types of conductors. Ohmic conductors. Microscopic resistance of conductors. Current conduction in electrolytic solutions. DC Circuits. The electromotive force. Joule effect. RC circuits: impulsive and constant time. Magnetic field generated by natural magnets and currents. Lorentz's strength. Induced electromotive force. Transformers. Measuring instruments (ammeter, voltmeter and oscilloscope).
6. ELECTRO-MAGNETIC RADIATION
Induction electric fields. Electro-magnetic radiation and wave pattern. The nature of light. Wave Equation. Wavelength, period, frequency of waves.
7. PHYSICS OF IONIZING RADIATION
Radiation X and radiogen tube. Interaction of photons with matter. Attenuation. Interaction of charged particles with matter. Core Physical Elements. Mass defect and bond energy. Radioactivity and radioisotopes