PHYS103
How Things Work
Physics
College of Liberal Arts
Course Subject Code
PHYS
Course Number
103
Status
Active
Course Attributes
BNS: GenEd-Breadth/Natural Science, CEA: ProgCLA-CEA and Au Pair, EMPY: Major-Physics BA Elective, MPHY: Major-Physics BA
Course Short Title
How Things Work
Course Long Title
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Course Description
A practical introduction to the physics of everyday life, primarily for non-science majors, focusing on the operation of objects in daily environments. Potential objects for study include the roller coaster, musical instruments, automobile, television, laser, and nuclear reactor. Exploration of these devices leads to a conceptual understanding of general physics principles.
Min
4
Repeatable
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Equivalent Course(s)
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