Physics

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PHYS 104 - Fundamentals of Mechanics with Laboratory

Kaca Bradonjic, Physics Lecturer

Lauri Wardell, Lab Instructor

Please note this is a 6-week course beginning June 3 and ending July 12

This course is a systematic introduction to Newtonian mechanics, which governs the motion of objects ranging from biological cells to galaxies. Primary concepts such as mass, force, energy, and momentum are introduced and discussed in depth. We will place emphasis on the conceptual framework and on using fundamental principles to analyze the everyday world. Topics include: Newton's Laws, conservation of energy, conservation of momentum, rotations, waves, and fluids. Concepts from calculus will be developed and used as needed. Laboratories introduce experimental approaches to these topics. Students with a strong background in mathematics or previous experience in physics should consider PHYS 107. May not be taken in addition to PHYS 107.

Prerequisite: Fulfillment of the basic skills component of the Quantitative Reasoning requirement.

Lectures: M,T,W,TH 8:30 - 10:30am in Science Center E211

Lab: M, W 3:00-6:00pm in Science Center E311

Credit: 1.25 (5 sem. hrs.)

Course Fee: $ 2,875

Registration Fee: $50 (non-refundable)