Topics arranged by seasons of the year. A quantitative approach. 3-hours, including lab. I 4 credits Algebra-based introduction to Newtonian mechanics. Emphasis on conceptual understanding and problem solving.
Vector notation requires working knowledge of trigonometry.
Math competency assessment administered. Math 120 or demonstrable skills and mastery of college-level algebra, right triangle trigonometry and geometry concepts, and scientific notation. Other topics include vibrations and waves, light and sound. Introduction to heat, heat flow, thermodynamics, classical and physical optics, some atomic or nuclear physics. Familiar topics such as motion, forces, energy, fluids, sound, heat, light, electricity, and magnetism will be treated.