Catalog 2020-2021

PHY 205 General Physics with Calculus I

This is the first of a two-course sequence in calculus-based general physics. Topics covered include translational and rotational kinematics, Newton's laws of motion and gravitation, work and energy, linear and angular momentum, periodic motion and waves, sound, fluids, and thermodynamics.  Must be completed with a grade of “C” or better to count toward the physics major and minor. Lecture and laboratory.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

MAT 170 or equivalent. Concurrent: PHY 205L

Corequisite

MAT 260.

Distribution

(NS)

Offered

fall