INSTRUCTOR: K.W.NICHOLSON OFFICE HOURS: POSTED ON DOOR OF RM 224.
TEXT: SERWAY& Faughn's College Physics , Fourth edition, or rent a generic one free (see instructor) .
TOPICS COVERED: Part l Mechanics - Measurement & Math, Linear Motion, Force, Momentum, Work & Energy, Torque & Rotational Motion, Fluids, Heat & Thermodynamics
PURPOSE OF THIS COURSE:
Most physical phenomena can be explained and understood using a
very small set of concepts developed between the sixteenth and
twentieth centuries. It also helps to learn a few techniques
developed in the last decade. Specifically, the law of conservation
of momentum, energy, and charge, the second law of thermodynamics,
and Newton's three laws of motion.
The purpose of first semester physics is to obtain a solid
understanding of the laws of motion and the laws of conservation of
momentum & energy, and the accompanying entourage of words and
symbols. We will apply these laws to explanations of, Properties of
Matter, and Thermodynamics (end of first semester),Waves, Sound and
Electricity and Magnetism (second semester).
My objective for the year is to have you leave here next spring with
the distinct impression that you can solve just about any physical
problem you encounter in life henceforth. Many can argue that this
will be a false impression. That may be, but as you probably already
know, (or will hopefully someday discover), attitude is the most
important ingredient in the success of any project you undertake.
Enjoy Physics!
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