NS102 Physics
NS102 Physics
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Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences
Adnan Mašić
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
The course aims to motivate students to look into the material world through the prism of laws of physics, to make them curious about them and to learn how to analyze physical phenomena by using mathematical tools and physical theories.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Open book Univ. Physics 1 and 2 https://assets.openstax.org/oscms-prodcms/media/documents/UniversityPhysicsVol1-WEB.pdf
Additional Literature
Serway And Jewett (Author) Physics For Scientists And Engineers 6E, Cole Publishing Co.,2004.Teaching Methods
Class discussions with examples
Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Units and Dimensions | |
| 2 | Motion in One Dimension | |
| 3 | Coordinate Systems and Vectors, Motion in Two Dimensions | |
| 4 | Uniform Circular Motion, Tangential and Radial Acceleration | |
| 5 | Newton’s Laws and the equation of Motion | |
| 6 | Work and kinetic energy | |
| 7 | Potential energy and conservation of energy | |
| 8 | Midterm exam | |
| 9 | Linear Momentum and Collisions | |
| 10 | Universal Gravitation | |
| 11 | Oscillatory Motion | |
| 12 | Temperature, and Thermal Expansion | |
| 13 | Heat and the First Law of Thermodynamics | |
| 14 | Electric charge, electric potential and electric field | |
| 15 | Electric current, resistance, and ohm's law |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NS102.1 | Course | Monday 09:00 - 11:50 | B F2.15 - Amphitheater II | - | - |
| NS102.2 | Course | Tuesday 09:00 - 11:50 | B F2.15 - Amphitheater II | - | - |
| NS102.1 | Tutorial | Thursday 09:00 - 10:50 | A F1.26 | - | - |
| NS102.2 | Tutorial | Thursday 18:00 - 19:50 | B F2.5 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
Midterm Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
Quizes
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
Lab Work
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Active tutorials and lab work
26 hours ⏳ (13 week × 2 h)
Home Study
60 hours ⏳ (15 week × 4 h)
In-term Exam Study
7 hours ⏳ (1 week × 7 h)
Final Exam Study
12 hours ⏳ (1 week × 12 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [NS102] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Sep 09, 2025 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| NS102 | Physics | 3 | 2 | 6 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | ENS202, ENS302, ME208-3, NS122, NS203 | |||||||
| Lecturer | Adnan Mašić | Office Hours / Room / Phone | ||||||||
| amasic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Mahir Hafizovic, Erna Keskinovic, Mesut Haskul | Assistant E-mail | mahir.hafizovic@gmail.com | |||||||
| Course Objectives | The course aims to motivate students to look into the material world through the prism of laws of physics, to make them curious about them and to learn how to analyze physical phenomena by using mathematical tools and physical theories. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Open book Univ. Physics 1 and 2 https://assets.openstax.org/oscms-prodcms/media/documents/UniversityPhysicsVol1-WEB.pdf | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Class discussions with examples. Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Units and Dimensions | |||||||||
| Week 2 | Motion in One Dimension | |||||||||
| Week 3 | Coordinate Systems and Vectors, Motion in Two Dimensions | |||||||||
| Week 4 | Uniform Circular Motion, Tangential and Radial Acceleration | |||||||||
| Week 5 | Newton’s Laws and the equation of Motion | |||||||||
| Week 6 | Work and kinetic energy | |||||||||
| Week 7 | Potential energy and conservation of energy | |||||||||
| Week 8 | Midterm exam | |||||||||
| Week 9 | Linear Momentum and Collisions | |||||||||
| Week 10 | Universal Gravitation | |||||||||
| Week 11 | Oscillatory Motion | |||||||||
| Week 12 | Temperature, and Thermal Expansion | |||||||||
| Week 13 | Heat and the First Law of Thermodynamics | |||||||||
| Week 14 | Electric charge, electric potential and electric field | |||||||||
| Week 15 | Electric current, resistance, and ohm's law | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | Not Allowed | ||
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 30 | Not Allowed | ||
| Quizes | 1 | 10 | Not Allowed | ||
| Lab Work | 5 | 20 | Not Allowed | ||
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | 0 | ||||||
| Active tutorials and lab work | 2 | 13 | 26 | Home Study | 4 | 15 | 60 | |||
| In-term Exam Study | 7 | 1 | 7 | Final Exam Study | 12 | 1 | 12 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 19/09/2025 | |||||||||