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PHYS 1410 6.0 Physical Science
   
Syllabus
Topics
  1. Mechanics (Fall)
    Kinematics, forces, Newton's Laws, 1D, 2D, and 3D dynamics
    Tension forces and static equilibrium
    Friction and air drag
    Reference frames
    Circular motion and gravitation
    Work and energy
    Momentum, impulse, collisions
    Rotational motion, angular momentum, torque
    Harmonic motion (oscillator, pendulum etc.)

  2. Electromagnetism (Winter)

Summary: the course provides an understanding of the particle model for motion (kinematics and dynamics); the field concepts (E and B); and (if time permits) waves.