College Physics (130-1-03)

Instructors

Michael F Smutko
847/491-4568
Dearborn Observatory (2131 Tech Drive), Room 9A, Evanston

Meeting Info

Technological Institute F281: Mon, Wed, Fri 3:00PM - 3:50PM

Overview of class

This is the first quarter of the three-quarter algebra-based introductory physics sequence. The goal of the course is for students to gain an understanding of the fundamental physical principles which govern the world around us and the universe beyond. Particular emphasis will be given on applications to the life sciences. We will discuss motion in one and two dimensions, forces, Newton's Laws, friction, conservation of energy and momentum, collisions, vibrations, and fluids. Together, these concepts are usually called "kinematics" or "mechanics."

Registration Requirements

Algebra and trigonometry are prerequisites for this course. **Enrollment in this section of the course will be limited to students WITHOUT a high school background in physics and a permission number is required to register.** Students must be enrolled concurrently in Physics 136-1.

Teaching Method

Lectures and discussion sections.

Evaluation Method

Weekly assignments (homework sets and/or quizzes), two in-class midterm exams, and a cumulative final exam.

Class Materials (Required)

Physics: Principles with Applications, 7th ed, Giancoli, Douglas, C., Pearson, 2014. Scientific calculator (with scientific notation, trig, and log functions)

Class Notes

This class requires a permission number to enroll. Please email samantha.westlake@northwestern.edu for more details.

Class Attributes

Natural Sciences Distro Area

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Co-requisite: Students must also register for PHYSICS 136-1. Add both classes to the shopping cart and submit together for successful registration.
Add Consent: Department Consent Required

Associated Classes

DIS - Technological Institute M120: Thurs 3:00PM - 3:50PM