Objectives
The purpose of the practical work in Physics for first-year students is to foster a deeper understanding of fundamental concepts through hands-on experimentation to promote various levels of cognitive skills development.
After completing the practical works of this module, the student will be able to :
Demonstrate comprehension of the behavior of capacitors in circuits, including charging and discharging processes.
Understand the operation of an oscilloscope, including its controls, probe usage, and waveform display.
Explain the relationship between voltage, current, resistance, capacitance, frequency, and period in electrical circuits.
Applying:
Analyze experimental data to identify patterns and relationships between voltage, current, capacitance, and time during the charging and discharging of a capacitor.
Analyze waveforms displayed on the oscilloscope to identify waveform characteristics and infer properties of the electrical signal being measured.
Evaluate the accuracy and reliability of experimental results obtained during the practical work, considering factors such as experimental error and measurement uncertainty.
Create and present reports summarizing experimental findings, interpretations, and conclusions, demonstrating a synthesis of theoretical knowledge and practical skills.