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):
BANERJEE, ARNAB | REBELLO, SANJAY | REBELLO, CARINA
Email:
arnabb@purdue.edu | rebellos@purdue.edu | rebelloc@purdue.edu
Textbook(s) for Fall 2020
| Title | Author | Edition | ISBN | Publisher | Req/Opt | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matter & Interaction Wiley/PLUS/D2L Brightspace Access Code (Includes online e-book) + Loose-leaf | Chabay & Sherwood | 978-1119462415 | Wiley & Sons | Required | Choose 1 of 3 options. | |
| Matter and Interactions WileyPLUS/D2L Brightspace Access Code (Includes online e-book) | Chabay & Sherwood | 978-1119352433 | Wiley & Sons | Required | "Choose 1 of 3 options for textbook". | |
| Matter & Interaction WileyPLUS/D2L Brightspace Access Code (Includes online e-book) + Loose-leaf Book (Entire Book) | Chabay & Sherwood | 978-1119462316 | Wiley & Sons | Required | If planning to take 2 semesters. Entire book. "Choose 1 of 3 options for textbook". | |
| IOLab | 978-1319321185 | Required | PHYS 172 (ALL sections) iOLab Rent (4 months) Price : $54.99 ISBN:9781319321185 Available at : https://store.macmillanlearning.com/us/product/iOLab-Version-2.0/p/1464101469 NOTE: Rentals are NOT available outside U.S. / Canada. You are not expected to purchase the iOLab if you are outside U.S./Canada. Your instructor will contact you with further information. |
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