Physics and Astronomy - Course Details
PHYS172: Modern Mechanics (PAST/FUTURE SEMESTER)
Offering:
Summer, Fall, Spring, Credits 4
Prerequisites:
Corequisite: MA 161.
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Description:
Introductory calculus-based physics course using fundamental interactions between atoms to describe Newtonian mechanics, conservation laws, energy quantization, entropy, the kinetic theory of gases, and related topics in mechanics and thermodynamics. Emphasis is on using only a few fundamental principles to describe physical phenomena extending from nuclei to galaxies. 3-D graphical simulations and numerical problem solving by computer are employed by the student from the very beginning.
Instructor(s):
Rebello, Carina | Hung, Chen-Lung | Andrew Hirsch
Email:
Rebello, Carina |
Hung, Chen-Lung |
Hirsch, Andrew
Textbook(s) for Spring 2018
Title | Author | Edition | ISBN | Publisher | Req/Opt | Notes |
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Matter and Interactions Binder ReadyVersion WAPP=WebAssign Plus Physics 1 Sem Set | Chabay and Sherwood | 4th: Vol 1 | 978-1-119091721 | Wiley and Sons | Required | This is a binder ready version of Vol 1 with a 1 semester homework access code. "Choose 1 of 3 options for textbook". |
Matter & Interaction E-book with access | Chabay & Sherwood | 4th: Vol 1 | 978-1-119-16437-1 | Wiley & Sons | Required | This is an eBook version of the FULL (Vol 1 + 2) Chabay text with a 2 semester homework access code. Choose one of 3 options for textbook. |
Matter & Interaction Bound Package with Access | Chabay & Sherwood | 4th: Vol 1 | 978-1-11909169-1 | Wiley & Sons | Required | This is a bound version of Vol 1 with a 1 semester homework access code. "Choose 1 of 3 options for textbook". |
i>Clicker REQUIRED (Purchase at bookstore) | Required |
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