Course Number: Phys 1150
Course Name: Physics for the Life Sciences
Credits: 4 Cr
Instructor: Alex Travesset trvsst@ameslab.gov
PreReq: 1.5 years of High School algebra, 1 year of geometry, 1 semester of trigonometry recommended
Associated courses: Phys 1150L is a 1 Cr. Lab course that explores material covered in Phys 1150
Course description
This course looks at how Physics can be applied to biological problems. You will gain a clear understanding of how to use basic algebra to describe and solve physical problems. Plus you will know how to state, explain and use the laws governing,
- mechanics
- fluids
- thermodynamics and heat
- light and sound
- electricity and magnetism
