Course Number: Phys 2310
Course Name: Introduction to Classical Physics I
Credits: 4 Cr
Instructor: James Zabel (jrzabel@iastate.edu)
PreReq: Proficiency in algebra, trigonometry, vector manipulation, and topics covered in MATH 1650, and credit or enrollment in MATH 1660.
Format: This course is offered in-person and online in the summer.
Associated courses: Phys 2310L (1 Cr. Lab course that explores material covered in Phys 2310). An honors version of the course (Phys 2310H) is available Fall/Spring.
General introduction to the course
This course provides the necessary physics foundation for Engineering and Science majors.
Topics covered are:
Elementary mechanics: kinematics and dynamics
Work, energy, and conservation laws
Linear and angular momentum
Rigid body motion: kinematics and dynamics
Oscillations
Gravitation
Waves and sound
Heat and thermodynamics