Course Name: Phys 1310
Course Name: General Physics I
Credits: 4 Cr
Fall Instructor: Yuji Furukawa; Spring: Soeren Prell Summer: Lekha Adhikari
PreReq: 1.5 years of High School algebra, 1 year of geometry, 1 semester of trigonometry is recommended
Associated courses: Phys 1310L, Phys 1320 and Phys 1310 (Summer).
Course description
First part of a two-semester sequence (Phys 1310/1320). This is an algebra-based course that is tailored to students who do not plan advanced study in Physics or Engineering. Typically offered Fall, Spring, and Summer. Topics covered include:
- Mechanics
- Fluids
- Heat and thermodynamics
- Vibrations
- Waves
- Sound
