General Physics I (Classical Mechanics) (PHYS 2040 L)

Term: 2022-23 Academic Year Fall

Faculty

Bruce Alphenaar
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Schedule

Tue-Fri, 11:05 AM - 12:30 PM (9/5/2022 - 12/16/2022) Location: SLC SC 103
Wed, 3:35 PM - 5:30 PM (9/5/2022 - 12/16/2022) Location: SLC SC 116

Description

General physics is a standard course at most institutions; as such, this course will prepare students for more advanced work in physical science, engineering, or the health fields. Lectures will be accessible at all levels; and through group conference, students will have the option of either taking an algebra-based or calculus-based course. This course will cover introductory classical mechanics, including kinematics, dynamics, momentum, energy, and gravity. Emphasis will be placed on scientific skills, including problem solving, development of physical intuition, scientific communication, use of technology, and development and execution of experiments. The best way to develop scientific skills is to practice the scientific process. We will focus on learning physics through discovering, testing, analyzing, and applying fundamental physics concepts in an interactive classroom through problem solving, as well as in weekly lab meetings. At least one semester of calculus is recommended or