This course introduces fundamental principles of physics with a focus on their applications in biological systems. Topics include mechanics, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, optics, and modern physics, integrated with biophysical concepts such as molecular interactions, bioenergetics, membrane transport, neurobiophysics, cell mechanics, biological assay, and molecular imaging. Emphasis is placed on quantitative reasoning and experimental methods used in biomedical research. Designed for biomedical science majors, this course equips students with a strong foundation in physical principles underlying living systems, analytic instruments, modern diagnostic, and therapeutic technologies.

CILO-1: Explain the interaction of light and sound waves with biological tissues and understand the principles of optical microscopy and acoustic imaging. CILO-2: Explain the vibrations and various phenomena of waves. CILO-3: Interpret thermodynamic laws in the context of biological systems and evaluate molecular interactions and energy transformations in cells. CILO-4: Analyze electric and magnetic phenomena in biological tissues, and describe the physical basis of neuronal signaling and electrophysiology. CILO-5: Analyze the motion of objects and explain the biomechanical principle. CILO-6: Apply quantum and nuclear physics principles in structural biology, spectroscopy, and radiation-based methods.