Physics/Mechanics/EEA lab work

This is a cross-disciplinary practical work unit intended for students specializing in physics, mechanics, or EEA in the L1 PCSI portal. These practicals will enable students to acquire fundamental concepts from the three disciplines (physics, mechanics, EEA), which are essential for continuing their studies in their chosen specialty or for transferring to other disciplines.

Introduction to basic concepts in physics, mechanics, and EEA (electronics, electrical energy, and automation).

Know how to set up an experimental setup.
Know how to take measurements using different devices and evaluate uncertainties.
Know how to interpret measurements in relation to the concepts learned in class.

Know how to use a spreadsheet program for data processing.

100% TP

1) Physics (12 hours)

- Introduction to uncertainty measurement

- Measuring the period of a pendulum

- Measurement of volumes and densities

- Falling of a ball into a liquid

2) Mechanics (12 hours)

- Kinematics of connecting rod/crank movement on a 2-stroke engine

- Kinematics on a letter weighing system 

- Static and friction

3) EEA (12 hours)

- Introduction to resistance, current, and voltage measurements

- RC circuit in transient state

- RC circuit in steady-state sinusoidal mode

- Practical work: introduction to microcontrollers