Phys 2320 - Introduction to Classical Physics II

Course Number: Phys 2320

Course Name: Introduction to Classical Physics II

Credits: 4 Cr

Contact information Fall/Spring/Summer:  Paula Herrera-Siklody siklody@iastate.edu

PreReq: Credit in: Phys 2310 or Phys 2410. Credit in Math 1660

Associated courses: Phys 2320H (honors), Phys 2320L and Phys 2320 (Summer).

Course description

Second part of a two-semester introductory Physics sequence. Phys 2320 is calculus-based and provides the necessary physics foundation for Engineering majors. Phys 2230 has 3 hours of lecture plus 1 recitation per week. 

Topics covered:

  • Electric forces and fields
  • Electrical currents
  • DC circuits
  • Magnetic forces and fields
  • LR, LC, LCR circuits
  • AC circuits