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Fundamentals of Physics (140-2-1)

Instructors

Tianlong Zu

Meeting Info

Technological Institute F281: Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri 10:00AM - 10:50AM

Overview of class

Physics 140-2 is the second part of a three-course sequence in classical physics intended primarily for prospective physics majors and minors and other students with a special interest in physics. The course offers an introduction to fundamental topics in electricity and magnetism, including electric and magnetic forces and fields, circuits, induction, Maxwell's equations, and electromagnetic waves, with special attention paid to establishing strong connections between physical concepts and mathematical techniques. The instructional approach will be a mixture of lecture and active learning activities to enhance engagement and understanding.

Registration Requirements

Pre-Requisite: PHYSICS 140-1
Co-requisites: PHYSICS 136-2 (laboratory) is required.

Class Materials (Required)

OpenStax: University Physics, Volume 2 (https://openstax.org/details/books/university-physics-volume-2)

Class Notes

Permission may be obtained by contacting Professor Tianlong Zu (tianlong.zu@northwestern.edu)

Class Attributes

Natural Sciences Foundational Discipline
Natural Sciences Distro Area

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Co-Requisite: Students must also register for either Physics 130-2, Physics 135-2, or Physics 140-2. Add both classes to the shopping cart and submit together for successful registration.
Add Consent: Department Consent Required