The module of General Physics provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental principles of physics, focusing on the key areas of Mechanics, Electricity and Magnetism, and Optics. It is designed for year one general agriculture, Forestry and Renewable Energy students. The module develops a solid conceptual understanding of physical laws and their applications in real-world phenomena.
The Mechanics section explores motion, forces, energy, momentum, and rotational dynamics, laying the foundation for understanding the behavior of physical systems.
The Electricity and Magnetism component covers electric charges, electric fields, and forces, electric potential, direct and alternating current circuits, magnetic fields, and electromagnetic.
Finally, the Optics segment examines the properties of light, including reflection, refraction, diffraction, interference, and polarization.
Throughout the module, emphasis will be placed on problem-solving skills, quantitative reasoning, and the application of theoretical concepts to practical situations. Exercises and Laboratory sessions will be conducted to complement the lectures aimed at reinforcing theoretical understanding.
The Mechanics section explores motion, forces, energy, momentum, and rotational dynamics, laying the foundation for understanding the behavior of physical systems.
The Electricity and Magnetism component covers electric charges, electric fields, and forces, electric potential, direct and alternating current circuits, magnetic fields, and electromagnetic.
Finally, the Optics segment examines the properties of light, including reflection, refraction, diffraction, interference, and polarization.
Throughout the module, emphasis will be placed on problem-solving skills, quantitative reasoning, and the application of theoretical concepts to practical situations. Exercises and Laboratory sessions will be conducted to complement the lectures aimed at reinforcing theoretical understanding.
- Course creator, Teacher: Evariste Dr NSHIMYIMANA
- Teacher: Emmanuel NISINGIZWE
This course examines geomorphic processes and the interrelationship of processes, landforms, materials and time. Practical problems in science and applied science that relate to geomorphic processes are discussed, and methods of investigation.
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students should have an understanding of the mechanisms of geomorphic change. This is a process-based course which will concentrate on the mechanisms of weathering, erosion and deposition in many geomorphic environments. Students should also develop a working knowledge of taxonomic features of landforms.
• Develop an understanding of the important processes that control landscapes and landscape change
• Describe the geology in general terms and be able to predict geomorphological characteristics based on bedrock type and tectonic histories
• Relate bedrock type, tectonic history and geomorphology
• Apply simple techniques for evaluating and classifying unconsolidated materials
• Describe the characteristics of representative sediment samples
• Explain the origins of the main types of mass wasting, focusing on those that are common worldwide
• Analyze the geomorphology of mass-wasting on maps, satellite imagery and air-photos
• Identify the processes that influence the development of drainage basins.
• Describe fluvial patterns and the evolution of stream system
• Analyze the differences between alluvial fans and deltas
• Explain the process that take place within glaciers and factors that lead to the development of glaciers
• Describe the originals of both erosional landforms and glacial deposits in continental well as alpine glacial settings and periglacial environments
• Describe wave and wave erosion and the implications for coastal topography
• Describe the differences between erosional and depositional coasts and the importance of tectonic settings to these differences
• Discover the conditions necessary for Aeolian environments and describe the types of erosional and depositional features found in these environments
• Identify the factors that control groundwater flow.
• Associate the surface and groundwater
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students should have an understanding of the mechanisms of geomorphic change. This is a process-based course which will concentrate on the mechanisms of weathering, erosion and deposition in many geomorphic environments. Students should also develop a working knowledge of taxonomic features of landforms.
• Develop an understanding of the important processes that control landscapes and landscape change
• Describe the geology in general terms and be able to predict geomorphological characteristics based on bedrock type and tectonic histories
• Relate bedrock type, tectonic history and geomorphology
• Apply simple techniques for evaluating and classifying unconsolidated materials
• Describe the characteristics of representative sediment samples
• Explain the origins of the main types of mass wasting, focusing on those that are common worldwide
• Analyze the geomorphology of mass-wasting on maps, satellite imagery and air-photos
• Identify the processes that influence the development of drainage basins.
• Describe fluvial patterns and the evolution of stream system
• Analyze the differences between alluvial fans and deltas
• Explain the process that take place within glaciers and factors that lead to the development of glaciers
• Describe the originals of both erosional landforms and glacial deposits in continental well as alpine glacial settings and periglacial environments
• Describe wave and wave erosion and the implications for coastal topography
• Describe the differences between erosional and depositional coasts and the importance of tectonic settings to these differences
• Discover the conditions necessary for Aeolian environments and describe the types of erosional and depositional features found in these environments
• Identify the factors that control groundwater flow.
• Associate the surface and groundwater
- Course creator, Teacher: Pancras Dr NDOKOYE
- Teacher: ETIENNE TWIZEYIMANA