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Jul 31, 2025
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PHY 2200 - PRINCIPLES OF PHYSICS I
credits: 3.0
This course is the first course in a two-term sequence in introductory physics using calculus to describe the basic laws of physics. Intended for chemistry and mathematics majors as well as life science students intending to pursue post graduate degrees. Will introduce students to the basic laws of physics that govern all physical phenomena. Topics will include Newton’s Laws of motion, Conservation Laws (energy and momentum), and the Laws of Thermodynamics. These laws will then be applied to solve real world quantitative problems. Objectives: A) Use Newton’s Laws to solve a variety of problems such as static and dynamic equilibrium problems and multidimensional motion problems including projectiles and circular motion; B) Use calculus to demonstrate the relationship between displacement, velocity, and acceleration; C) Apply Conservation Laws such as Work-Energy Theorem and Momentum to solve a variety of problems including work done be a varying force; D) Solve calculus based linear and rotational kinematic and dynamic problems; E) Solve advanced fluid statics and dynamics problems including applications of Archimedes’ Principle, Pascal’s Principle, and Bernoulli’s Equation; F) Solve advanced harmonic motion problems; G) Solve advanced mechanical and acoustic waves problems; H) Use the Laws of Thermodynamics to solve a variety of problems such as heat transfer, phase changes, and heat engine. Method of Instruction: Primary method of delivery is through lecture, demonstrations, video demonstration, and interactive examples. Method of Evaluation: Tests (3) 30%, Final (1) 20%, Homework 15%, Participation/Attendance 15%, and Quizzes 20%.
Prerequisite(s): Equivalent score on the ALEKS placement exam and MAT 2020 - CALCULUS II (or) MAT 1090 - PRECALCULUS (or) MAT 1091 - PRE-CALCULUS I (or) MAT 1095 - SURVEY OF CALCULUS (or) MAT 2010 - CALCULUS I .
Co-Requisite(s): WITH PHY 2150L .
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