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PHYS 0109

Introductory Mechanics

Introductory Mechanics
This calculus-based course examines fundamental topics in motion and mechanics, including inertia, force, Newton's laws of motion, work, energy, linear momentum, collisions, gravitation, rotational motion, torque, angular momentum, and oscillatory motion, emphasizing applications in physics and engineering. Laboratory explorations of topics covered in lecture will build students’ physical intuition and problem solving skills. (MATH 0121; students may not receive credit for both PHYS 0108 and PHYS 0109) 3 hrs. lect/3 hrs. lab.
Subject:
Physics
Department:
Physics
Division:
Natural Sciences
Requirements Fulfilled:
DED SCI
Equivalent Courses:
PHYS 0108 *

Sections in Spring 2017

Spring 2017

PHYS0109A-S17 Lecture (Goodsell)
PHYS0109W-S17 Lab (Goodsell, Findlay)
PHYS0109X-S17 Lab (Goodsell, Findlay)
PHYS0109Y-S17 Lab (Findlay, Goodsell)
PHYS0109Z-S17 Lab (Findlay, Goodsell)