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Physical quantities and units. Vectors. Kinematics of point particles. Newton’s laws of motion. Kinetic and potential energy, work. Conservation of energy. Momentum and collisions. Rotational motion and angular momentum. Static equilibrium of rigid bodies. Oscillations. Fluid statics and dynamics. Heat and temperature. First and second law of thermodynamics.

A basic knowledge of mathematics is required: algebra, trigonometry, elementary functions. Attending the Calculus I course is helpful but not mandatory.

Mencuccini, Silvestrini – Fisica 1, Liguori Editore (Fundamental concepts of mechanics and thermodynamics, in Italian) Longhi, Nisoli, Ricci – Fisica generale. Problemi di meccanica e termodinamica

Attendance is strongly recommended, though not mandatory.

the final exam consists of a written test and an oral exam. The written test includes numerical exercises; the oral exam involves discussing the written work and verifying theoretical understanding.

The course is delivered through lectures and blackboard-based problem-solving sessions. Exercises are based on problems taken from the book by Longhi, Nisoli, Ricci. Classroom discussions are encouraged to support understanding of theoretical concepts and problem-solving strategies.