Physics

This course is an introduction to the basic principles of Newtonian mechanics with emphasis on the application of these principles when solving problems. Topics to be covered include kinematics of motion, vectors, Newton’s laws, friction, work energy, impulse-momentum for both translational and rotational motion, and the mechanical properties of matter. Dimensional (unit) analysis and critical thinking are stressed.

This course is a continuation of the study of elementary physics that began in College Physics I. Special emphasis is placed on the principles introduced when solving problems. Topics to be investigated include the fundamentals and the applications of Coulomb’s Law, electrical fields and potentials, capacitance, electric current and resistance, DC circuits, magnetism, electromagnetic induction, AC circuits, oscillating systems and waves, and geometric optics.

This course is an introduction to the basic principles of physics including motion in one and two dimensions, force, statics, translational and rotational equilibrium, work, energy, power, and mechanical properties of matter. Dimensional (unit) analysis and critical thinking are stressed.

This course is a continuation of University Physics I, investigating the fundamental properties of solids, liquids, simple harmonic motion, mechanical waves, energy transfer, electromagnetic waves, field theory, heat, temperature, temperature effects on solids and fluids, heat transfer, geometric optics, and electricity. Special emphasis is placed on problem-solving skills, developing solutions based on the application of integration, polar coordinates and series to the solution of realistic problems. Dimensional (unit) analysis and critical thinking are stressed.