Mechanics

4.0 credits

Course will make extensive use of geometry, algebra and trigonometry and simple integration and differentiation. Prior knowledge of introductory calculus (simple integration and differentiation) is required. First semester of a three-course sequence for students planning to major in physics, other physical sciences, and engineering. Motion in one and two dimensions; Newton's laws; work and energy; conservation of energy; systems of particles; rotations; oscillations; gravity; thermodynamics. In addition to Two 75-minute lectures each week, One workshop each week and One three-hour laboratory every other week is required. Laboratory and workshop registration is done at the same time as the course registration. Students should register for the PHYS 081 lab. This course is offered in Spring and Summer session.