Physics 115.3 (96)

Title: Physics and the Universe

Term: 2 (3 lecture & 2.5 practical hours)

Lecture

CRN: 29417

Time: Thursday 9 am - 11:50 am

Lab

CRN: 29418

Time: Thursday 1 pm - 3:50 pm

Course Information

Prerequisites:

Physics 30, Mathematics B30 and C30 (Algebra 30 and Geometry-Trigonometry 30).

Description:

Provides the first part of an introduction to physics. Emphasis is placed on mechanics, electric and magnetic fields, electric currents and circuits, and the physics of atoms and particles. The course concludes with a discussion of our current understanding of the history of the universe and a discussion of the frontiers of our current understanding of the physical world. Some applications of physics in technology and the health sciences are also discussed.

Note:

Students with credit for PHYS 111 or 121 may not take this course for credit.