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):
ROBISON, GREGORY - HARTZLER, DAN
Email:
grobison@purdue.edu, dhartzle@purdue.edu
Textbook(s) for Summer 2009
| Title | Author | Edition | ISBN | Publisher | Req/Opt | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matter & Interactions | Chabay & Sherwood | 2nd, Vol. 1 w/WebAssign Set | 0-470-14362-2 | Wiley & Sons | Optional | |
| WebAssign | I f purchasing a used textbook, webassign access codes are available online for purchase. Location for WebAssign (http://webassign.net/info/signup) | Optional | ||||
| Labs will be provided in class | Optional | |||||
| i>Clicker | - | - | 0-7167-7939-0 | Bedford/Freeman/Worth | Optional | |
| Supplies: 1 dry erase marker; color(optional) | Optional |
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