PY 106 - Physics for Sports

Institution:

Millikin University

Subject:

Physics

Description:

Investigation of how the world around us behaves and the physics behind various sporting activities. Among the topics explored in the course will be: Why does a curveball curve? Why do swimmers spend so much time on their ?form?? Why do high jumpers flop backwards over the bar? The course will involve lecture, interactive discussion, and in-class hands-on laboratory investigations of physical principles and may change meeting locations to participate in sporting activities. Prerequisite: University mathematics competency requirement must be satisfied prior to enrollment.

Credits:

0.00 - 4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.millikin.edu

Phone Number:

(217) 424-6211

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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