GEO1261 Physics and Chemistry for Geography

Physics and chemistry for geography is a special package that reflects important scientific inputs for the geography curriculum, offered by other departments of the School of Sciences, e.g. Physics and Chemistry. In this module the students will be introduced to the parts of physics which are required in understanding the physical laws of optics. In addition, students will be introduced to parts of chemistry which give to students some elements of chemistry able to allow them to understand some chemical reactions happening in fields of geomorphology, water and soil pollution, soil evolution, degradation and climatology. For conciseness and clearness delivery of this module, it includes two Units. The first unit for relevant Physics materials and second for chemistry materials.
Having successfully completed the module, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of: The basics of Geometric Optics and the behavior of light in mirrors, dioptrics, prisms, lenses and optical instruments; The basics of Wave Optics and the phenomena of Light Interference and diffraction; The basics of General and Inorganic Chemistry; Apply appropriate knowledge for explaining and analyzing phenomena of Optics and Chemistry; Use the main relations and skills in solving theoretical problems in Optics and Chemistry; Derive and analyze formulae in Optics and Chemistry; Solve simple exercises in Optics and Chemistry;
Record, make treatment and interpret research data; Communicate and work effectively in a team both as a member or leader; Undertake self-learning in Optics and Chemistry phenomena
Produce simple reports of group work.

Responsibles of the module: UWANYIRIGIRA Donath, SIBOMANA Jean Bosco and SIBOSIKO Consolee