PHYS 3310 - How and Why-The Physics in Everyday Life

Institution:

Kennesaw State University

Subject:

Physics

Description:

Prerequisite: "C" or better grade in any core lab science sequence . This course focuses on fundamental physics concepts, including mechanics, optics, electric-ity and magnetism, and how we can use them to explain "how and why" everyday systems work. Students will build devices and conduct hands-on activities that illustrate these concepts and dem-onstrate how we can use these concepts to explain the operation of common technologies such as household appliances, communication systems, transportation systems, television, radio, comput-ers and the electrical power system. Physics 3310 is taught at a level appropriate for the general audience. Students with credit in PHYS 1111/1112 or PHYS 2211/2212 should not take this course without permission of the instructor

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.kennesaw.edu

Phone Number:

(770) 423-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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