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):
Fischbach, Ephraim
Email:
Fischbach, Ephraim
Textbook(s) for Summer 2017
Title | Author | Edition | ISBN | Publisher | Req/Opt | Notes |
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Matter & Interactions Vol 1 (Binder Ready) | Chabay & Sherwood | 4th: Vol 1 | 978-1118914526 | Wiley & Sons | Required | Choose 1 of 2 textbooks |
Matter & Interaction, Vol 1 4E 1 Sem Set | Chabay & Sherwood | 4th: Vol 1 | 978-1119091691 | Wiley & Sons | Required | Choose 1 of 2 textbooks |
Physics 172 Labs available on the Phys 172 website | Required | |||||
WebAssign | www.webassign.net/purdue/login.html | Required | ||||
i>Clicker | Previous versions are acceptable | Required |
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