Everyday Wonders: Explaining How Ordinary Things Work - Honors

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How does an airplane fly? How does a steel boat float? How does your phone know when you are swiping the screen? Many things that seem wondrous can be explained using basic principles of physics. In this course students develop concepts in simple machines, fluids, waves, optics, and electricity as they explore real-world applications using simulations and hands-on experiments. Credit Hour s : 4 Prerequisites: Honors eligibility required