PHYS 195 - Physics with Calculus I

This is the first of a two-semester introductory physics course sequence, using calculus, for anyone who wishes to learn basic physics at the level needed to pursue a career in physics, engineering, or a related area. Through the Physics 195/196 course sequence you will become familiar with most of the skills and concepts traditionally associated with introductory physics. Physics 195 covers three foundational ideas of physics: 1) Conservation Laws (momentum, energy, and angular momentum), 2) Newtonian mechanics (Newton’s laws, statics, coupled bodies, and circular, projectile and orbital motion), and 3) Einstein’s Special Theory of Relativity. Some of the history of physics, its technological, philosophical, and aesthetic aspects, and its place in the history of ideas will be explored. This course includes a laboratory component and a weekly recitation.

Pre- or Co-requisite: MATH 198.
Credits: 5 hours
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course fulfills the Scientific: Physical Science Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.