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PHYS 204

Mechanics

3 credits · Undergraduate

Fall 2026

Topics

  • One-dimensional motion
  • Vectors and motion in two dimensions
  • Forces and Newton’s laws
  • Circular motion
  • Work, energy and energy conservation
  • Momentum and collisions
  • Torque
  • Rotation and static equilibrium
  • Angular momentum
  • Simple harmonic motion

Readings

  • Raymond A. Serway and John W. Jewett Jr. Physics for Scientists and Engineers, volumes 1 and 2, 10th edition. Cengage, 2019.
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