The mathematical description utilizes geometry, trigonometry, algebra and calculus. Hart, Ellis, Szapiro. 105. Environmental Physics A study of the basic physical principles which control the transport of matter and energy in the environment. An analysis of conduction, convection and radiation as transport mechanisms follows an introduction to thermodynamic and mechanical principles. Various sources of energy are discussed.
Projects involve the use of computers for modeling and for the acquisition of data.
Chaos A study of the beauty and generality of nonlinear processes, from the point of view of fractals and chaos. Examples from art, economics, medicine, history, and traditional sciences will be explored through demonstrations and models. A one semester, non-laboratory course intended for nonscience majors. The topics covered include the history of astronomy, the physics of astronomy, and current developments in this dynamic field. A study of the fundamental principles of geometrical and physical optics.