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PHY 210 Introductory Mechanics
4 cr. hrs. 4 periods (4 lec.)
Calculus-based introduction to mechanics for physics, engineering, and mathematics majors. Includes nature of physics,
linear motion and kinematics, dynamics, work and energy, linear momentum, and rotational motion.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 220.
Corequisite(s): PHY 210LB
Information: High school physics is required before enrolling in this course.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
PHY 210IN Introductory Mechanics
5 cr. hrs. 7 periods (4 lec., 3 lab)
Calculus-based introduction to mechanics for physics, and mathematics majors. Includes nature of physics, linear motion
and kinematics, dynamics, work and energy, linear momentum, and rotational motion. Also includes in-class exercises,
outside observation projects, and independent studies.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 220.
Information:
High school physics is required before enrolling in this course.
IN is the integrated version of the course with the lecture and lab taught simultaneously.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
PHY 210LB Introductory Mechanics Lab
1 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lab)
Laboratory for PHY 210. Includes in-class exercises, outside observation projects, and independent studies. Emphasizes
hands-on group and individual experiences to enrich understanding of PHY 210 lecture material.
Corequisite(s): PHY 210
Information: High school physics is required before enrolling in this course.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
PHY 216 Introductory Electricity and Magnetism
4 cr. hrs. 4 periods (4 lec.)
Calculus-based introduction to electricity and magnetism for physics. mathematics, and engineering majors. Includes
electric charge and Coulomb’s law, the electric field, Gauss’ law, electric potential, capacitors and dielectrics, current and
resistance, the magnetic field, Ampere’s law and Biot-Savart law, and Faraday’s law of induction. Also includes magnetic
properties of matter, inductance, alternating current, Maxwell’s equations, and electromagnetic waves.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 231 and PHY 210/210LB or 210IN.
Corequisite(s): PHY 216LB
Offered: Fall, Spring.
PHY 216IN Introductory Electricity and Magnetism SUN# PHY 1131
5 cr. hrs. 7 periods (4 lec., 3 lab)
Calculus-based introduction to electricity and magnetism for physics. mathematics, and engineering majors. Includes
electric charge and Coulomb’s law, the electric field, Gauss’ law, electric potential, capacitors and dielectrics, current and
resistance, the magnetic field, Ampere’s law and Biot-Savart law, and Faraday’s law of induction. Also includes magnetic
properties of matter, inductance, alternating current, Maxwell’s equations, and electromagnetic waves. Also includes inclass
exercises, outside observation projects, and independent studies.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 231 and PHY 210/210LB or 210IN.
Information: IN is the integrated version of the course with the lecture and lab taught simultaneously.
Offered: Summer.
PHY 216LB Introductory Electricity and Magnetism Lab
1 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lab)
Laboratory for PHY 216. Includes in-class exercises, outside observation projects, and independent studies. Emphasizes
hands-on group and individual experiences to enrich understanding of PHY 216 lecture material.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 231 and PHY 210/210LB or 210IN.
Corequisite(s): PHY 216
Offered: Fall, Spring.
PHY 221 Introduction to Waves and Heat
3 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lec.)
Calculus-based introduction to waves and heat for physics, mathematics, and engineering majors. Includes fluid statics
and dynamics, temperature, heat and thermodynamics, kinetic theory, thermodynamics and entropy, oscillations and
simple harmonic motion, and wave motion. Also includes electromagnetic waves and the propagation of light, diffraction
and interference, reflection and refraction at plane surfaces, and spherical mirrors and lenses.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 231 and PHY 210/210LB or 210IN.
Corequisite(s): PHY 221LB
Offered: Fall, Spring.
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