Applied Physics for Molecular Biotechnology

5 credits

Course, Bachelor's level, 1FA533

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Location
Uppsala
Pace of study
33%
Teaching form
On-campus
Instructional time
Daytime
Study period
2 November 2026–17 January 2027
Language of instruction
Swedish
Entry requirements

Introduction to Scientific Computing or Scientific Computing 1. At least 4 credits in Mechanics. Participation in Several Variable Calculus.

Application deadline
15 April 2026
Application code
UU-13014

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Registration period
19 October 2026–1 November 2026
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About the course

  • Electrostatics: electric charge and fields, electric potential, electric dipole, Gauss law, capacitors, electrostatic energy
  • Magnetism: magnetic fields and forces
  • Electromagnetic waves and optics: reflection, refraction, dispersion, polarisation, interference and diffraction
  • Measurement instruments and components in circuits
  • Biotechnological applications of electrostatics, magnetism, electromagnetic waves and optics
  • Laboratory exercises: introduction to electric measurements and circuits, capacitor lab, polarisation of light, wave character of light.