Physics for Scientists and Engineers I. (3-1) 3 Credit Hours.

Catalog description

Prerequisite: MAT 1193 or MAT 1213 (or MAT 1214 in previous catalogs) with a grade of "C-" or better; completion of or concurrent enrollment in MAT 1223 (or MAT 1224 in previous catalogs) (if student took MAT 1213 or MAT 1214 ), or STA 1403 (if student took MAT 1193 ) is required; concurrent enrollment in PHY 1951 is recommended. The first of a two-part, calculus-based introduction to classical physics, designed for physical sciences, mathematics, and engineering majors. Topics include mechanics and Newton’s laws, conservation laws, gravitation, rotational motion and rigid bodies, oscillations and waves. Classes meet weekly for three hours of lecture and one hour of recitation. May apply toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Life and Physical Sciences. (Formerly PHY 1903 and PHY 1904. Credit cannot be earned for more than one of the following: PHY 1903, PHY 1904, or PHY 1943 .) Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Generally Scheduled Location: Main Campus, Internet. Course Fee: LRC1 $12; LRS1 $46.20; MEPA $18; STSI $21.60; DL01 $75.