2023-2024 Course Catalog

PHYS 1121 Physics 1 for Scientists and Engineers

This is the first semester of a two-semester sequence of calculus-based introductory physics. This course uses calculus. Topics include kinematics, dynamics, rotational motion, gravitation, conservation laws of momentum and energy, thermal physics, and periodic motion. Optional topics include fluids and thermodynamics. This course meets requirements for students majoring in engineering, mathematics, computer science, or the sciences. Lecture 4 hours; lab 2 hours.

Credits

5 cr

Prerequisite

MATH 1510 (C or higher), MATH 1520 (C or higher) or concurrent registration, and eligible for READ 1106

Offered

Fall, Spring

MnTC Goals

3