PC241 - Physics for the Physical Sciences l: Mechanics
This is the first block of a two-block sequence in introductory physics for students planning to major in the physical sciences or enter an engineering program. This course covers mechanics and thermodynamics. The course emphasizes mathematically rigorous problem solving. Meets the Critical Perspectives: Scientific Investigation of the Natural World lab or field requirement. Meets the Critical Perspectives: Quantitative Reasoning requirement. Meets the Critical Learning: FRL requirement. Meets the Critical Learning: SA requirement.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 125 or 126.
Degree requirement — Critical Learning: FRL, Critical Learning: SA, Critical Perspectives: Lab, Critical Perspectives: Q
1 unit — Essman, Gosnell, Iuliano, Monahan
Offerings
| Term | Block | Title | Instructor | Location | Student Limit/Available | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2024 | Block 1 | Physics for the Physical Sciences l: Mechanics | Natalie Gosnell, Jeff Iuliano | Olin Hall 270 | 32 / 6 | 12/23/2024 |
| Spring 2025 | Block 5 | Physics for the Physical Sciences l: Mechanics | Jeff Iuliano | Olin Hall 270A | 32 / 16 | 12/23/2024 |
| Spring 2025 | Block 7 | Physics for the Physical Sciences l: Mechanics | Christopher Monahan | Olin Hall 270 | 32 / 6 | 12/23/2024 |