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PHSCS 105 — Introductory Applied Physics

Prerequisite:

High school algebra and trigonometry

Description

Applied physics course not requiring calculus. Topics include mechanics, heat, wave motion, and sound. 15 lessons, 1 assignment submission (1 instructor-graded assignment); 6 proctored midcourse exams; proctored final exam.

Course Content

  1. Introduction
  2. Motion in One Dimension
  3. Vectors and Two-Dimensional Motion
  4. The Laws of Motion
  5. Work and Energy
  6. Momentum and Collisions
  7. Circular Motion and the Law of Gravity
  8. Rotational Equilibrium and Rotational Dynamics
  9. Solids and Fluids
  10. Thermal Physics
  11. Heat
  12. The Laws of Thermodynamics
  13. Vibrations and Waves
  14. Sound
  15. Assignment to be Submitted

Notes:

Partially satisfies the Brigham Young University core Physical Science requirement. Students can use this course ONLY with Microsoft Internet Explorer; otherwise, equations may not display correctly.
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Instructor: Michael Joner , MS
Credits: 3
Tuition : $ 444.00
Paper Manual Fee: $10.00

Registration Codes:


     Paper Course: 5074105
        
     Online Course: 7410500
        

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Textbooks for this Course

Required:
  1. Serway ,  College Physics
    ( 4th ed. ,  Harcourt ,  1995 ,  0-03-003562-7 )
     $ 58.00

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