PHY221

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Calculus-based Physics I

School of Arts and Sciences

Course Subject Code

PHY

Course Number

221

Course Description

This course will study Newtonian mechanics: vectors and scalars, kinematics and dynamics of translational and rotational motion, Newton's laws, speed, velocity, acceleration, force, torque, work, energy, linear and angular momentum, wave and harmonic motion, gravitation, friction, conservation of energy and momentum, thermodynamics. Lab fee: $50. Prerequisite: MTH 271 (concurrent enrollment allowed) or consent of instructor.