Physics is the science of matter and energy - how the universe is put together. This course is a non-calculus survey course covering five general areas: Newtonian mechanics, thermal physics, electricity and magnetism, waves and optics, and atomic and nuclear physics. Students will get an understanding of the core principles involved and learn to apply these principles in the solution of problems. This course is two semesters.

• One year of regular Physics (strongly recommended, but not required)
• Trigonometry

Two Semesters

PHYSICS 6TH Edition, By Giancoli (Prentice Hall, 2004) ISBN- 013606200

I. General Introduction Introduction to Physics Mathematical Review	III. Fluid Mechanics & Thermal Physics Fluid Mechanics Temperature and Heat Kinetic Theorgy & Thermodynamics
II. Newtonian Mechanics Kinematics Newton's Laws of Motion Work, Energy, & Power Systems of Particles, Linear Momentum Circular Motion & Rotation Oscillations & Gravitation

IV. Electricity & Magnetism Electrostatics Conductors & Capacitors Electric Circuits Magnetostatics Electromagnetism	VI. Atomic & Nuclear Physics Atomic Physics & Quantum Effect Nuclear Physics
V. Waves & Optics Wave Motion Physical Optics Geometric Optics

 

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