Sometimes we have time for a bit of relativity at the end. We emphasize the fundamental ideas and the problem-solving techniques. My intent is to discuss what the calculus notation means and to use that notation conceptually. Mastering this material requires studying the text and pounding away at the problems.
Some folks even enjoy the experience.
For the text I've chosen the first third or so of a rather large text, which we will cover at a pace of roughly one chapter per week. For those who continue on I plan to use the same text for the continuation into second term, when we study Electricity and Magnetism, and it will also come in useful for the sophomore course. Expect weekly problem sets, posted here, and about three exams spread over the term. The course is worth 4 credits. 2 Read chap 4 on force and Newton's laws.