PHY 308 - Heat and Thermodynamics

Institution:

Doane University

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Description:

A study of temperature, heat and work, the laws of thermodynamics, entropy, the Carnot cycle, and introduction to statistical mechanics. Experimental work in selected areas is performed. Completing the course allows the student to describe important definitions and relationships for each of the topics covered, discuss experimental evidence for each relationship or law, design and carry out experiments in selected areas, and do calculations involving theoretical relationships studied. Prerequisite: PHY 201, 202 (or 107, 108); MTH 235, 236, 237, 238, or permission. Offered alternate years.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.doane.edu

Phone Number:

(402) 826-2161

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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