PHYS 110 - Mechanics and Relativity

Semester Offered: First Semester
Credits (Range): 4 Hours
Attribute: 4 NS, QPF

A study of Newtonian mechanics and special relativity, focusing on conceptual understanding, problem solving and laboratory work. Topics include point-particle dynamics, conservation principles, oscillation, systems of particles, rotation; time dilation, length contraction, and the relativity of simultaneity. This is the first course in a three-semester calculus-based introductory sequence. Enrollment LImit: 60.
Instructor: S. FitzGerald, J. Stalnaker
Prerequisites & Notes

Prerequisite: MATH 133. Notes: Concurrent or prior enrollment in MATH 134 is highly recommended as it is a prerequisite for PHYS 111.

Students must register for both the lecture and one workshop section.

May not be taken for credit in addition to PHYS 103.