PHY 215 - Physics I

4 credits | Meets a General Education requirement.

A calculus-based study of the laws of physics. The first of two semesters of college physics, preparing students for further study in the physical sciences for education and engineering. Topics include kinematics, statics and dynamics, momentum and energy, rotational dynamics, mechanical waves and sound, gravitational field, properties of materials, and an introduction to fluid mechanics and thermodynamics. [FALL] Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 140.