Physics and Astronomy - Course Details
PHYS233: Physics For Life Sciences I
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Offering:
Fall, Spring, Summer; 4 Credits
Prerequisites:
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Description:
Physics For Life Sciences I builds upon prerequisite knowledge in college level biology, chemistry, and mathematics to present introductory physics that will be useful for applying physical principles, insights, and problem solving approaches for students with life science majors. Content will feature the Newtonian framework with emphasis on friction, drag and viscosity, random motion and diffusion, fluid flow, the Coulomb force, molecular forces and bonding, momentum, conservation of energy, entropy, and the first and second laws of thermodynamics.
Instructor(s):
ARNOLD, IAN
Email:
iarnold@purdue.edu
Textbook(s) for Spring 2026
| Title | Author | Edition | ISBN | Publisher | Req/Opt | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modified MasteringPhysics with Pearson EText -- Standalone Access Card -- for College Physics | Randall D. Knight, Professor of Environmental Liability Brian Jones, Stuart Field | 4th | 9780134724744 | Pearson | Optional |
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