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Physics is the study of matter, motion and energy, as well as space and time itself! PHY131 is a first university physics course primarily for students not intending to pursue a Specialist or Major program in Physical or Mathematical Sciences. Topics include: momentum, energy, force, work, power, angular momentum, classical kinematics and dynamics, friction, oscillations, fluids, viscosity.
The language of science is math. The homework, practical activities,
tests and exam in this course require you to perform some mathematical
calculations to better understand physical situations. There are no
university-level pre-requisites for this course. The co-requisite for
this course is MAT135, MAT137 or MAT157.
Required Text: “Physics for Scientists and Engineers” 2nd Edition (©2008) by Randall Knight. This course covers Chapters 1-15.
An i-clicker personal remote will be required at all classes beginning with the second class. These are available at the Campus Bookstore. Every student must bring their own i-clicker remote to class. Remotes can be registered with Student Number at www.iclicker.com
Every student
must have an account on www.masteringphysics.com,
which
comes
with
the
purchase
of
a
new
text.
Stand-alone
accounts
may
also
be
purchased
from
the Campus Bookstore if you are using a borrowed
or used text.
PHY131H1F
is officially recognized as being a green
course for the 2010-2011 school year.