Calculus-based introduction to classical physics: Newton's laws, fluids, thermodynamics, waves. Emphasizes group work; for students in Fundamentals of Engineering Honors.
Prereq: 1 entrance unit of physics or chem. Concur: Math 1151. Not open to students with credit for 131. This course is available for EM credit. NS Admis Cond course. GE nat sci physical course.
Textbook(s): Physics for Scientists & Engineers: A Strategic Approach Plus Modern Physics, 4th edition, Author: Randall Knight, Publisher: Addison-Wesley. Access to the Mastering Physics online homework system is also required.
Calculus-based introduction to electricity and magnetism, simple optics, modern physics including special relativity and quantum mechanics. Emphasizes group work; for students in Fundamentals of Engineering Honors.
Prereq: 1260, Math 1151. Not open to students with credit for 132. This course is available for EM credit. NS Admis Cond course. GE nat sci physical course.
Textbook(s): Physics for Scientists & Engineers: A Strategic Approach Plus Modern Physics, Author: Randall Knight, Publisher: Addison Wesley. Access to the Mastering Physics online homework system is also required.