PHY 121 - Introductory Physics I - Lecture

Institution:

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Physics

Description:

Introductory course in classical mechanics. Some of the topics introduced are the description of motion, Newtons laws of motion, equilibrium conditions, concepts of work and energy, momentum, periodic phenomena, and rotational motion. Additional topics may include the concepts of heat and temperature, kinetic theory of gases and the behavior of real and ideal gases. Origin, characteristics, transmission, and detection of sound may also be studied. Recommend that students take concurrently PHY123.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

MAT 117 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D (MAY BE TAKEN CONCURRENTLY) OR MAT 117B FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D (MAY BE TAKEN CONCURRENTLY) OR PLML FOR MIN. SCORE OF 3

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.ship.edu/

Phone Number:

(717) 477-7447

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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