This course provides a thorough introduction to the principles and methods of physics for students who have good preparation in physics and mathematics. Emphasis is placed on problem solving and quantitative reasoning. This course covers Newtonian mechanics, special relativity, gravitation, thermodynamics, and waves.
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Syllabus
1. Course Introduction and Newtonian Mechanics.
2. Vectors in Multiple Dimensions.
3. Newton's Laws of Motion.
4. Newton's Laws (cont.) and Inclined Planes.
5. Work-Energy Theorem and Law of Conservation of Energy.
6. Law of Conservation of Energy in Higher Dimensions.
7. Kepler's Laws.
8. Dynamics of Multiple-Body System and Law of.
9. Rotations, Part I: Dynamics of Rigid Bodies.
10. Rotations, Part II: Parallel Axis Theorem.
11. Torque.
12. Introduction to Relativity.
13. Lorentz Transformation.
14. Introduction to the Four-Vector.
15. Four-Vector in Relativity.
16. The Taylor Series and Other Mathematical Concepts.
17. Simple Harmonic Motion.
18. Simple Harmonic Motion (cont.) and Introduction to Waves.
19. Waves.
20. Fluid Dynamics and Statics and Bernoulli's Equation.
21. Thermodynamics.
22. The Boltzmann Constant and First Law of Thermodynamics.
23. The Second Law of Thermodynamics and Carnot's Engine.
24. The Second Law of Thermodynamics (cont.) and Entropy.
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The professor seems down-to-earth, honest, upfront. His manner of speaking is easy to understand. He uses appropriate tone and professionalism in his voice. He has a sense of humor. I really like how he agrees to take one's final exam grade for a…
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Makroumi Norai m very thankful for having this course. It was very interesting all what we have to know about this subject . Physics is a fascinating science , it helps make sense of the world we live in. Physicists study the interactions between matter and energy to form theories that explain the various phenomenons we see around ourselves. These physics quotes compel us to think about the various aspects of this science.The whole world is governed by the law of physics. all i want to say is thanks to you, and for this opportunity to know the basic thing about this subject . i hope you can give us more and more about it.
