PHYS 111
Fall 2008
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01
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This is the first of two noncalculus courses covering the fundamental principles of physics and is targeted specifically toward life-science majors and students planning to enter the health professions. This is the first year that this course is being taught specifically with the life-science major in mind. It is followed by PHYS112, offered in the spring semester. By drawing on examples from everyday life, such as car crashes, basketball, and dance, as well as drawing from examples of interest to life scientists, the physics of mechanics, fluids, and electricity and magnetism will be covered in the first semester. The emphasis will be on developing a conceptual understanding of the physical processes as well as problem-solving skills. |
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Essential Capabilities:
Quantitative Reasoning
This course will provide students with mathematical tools and general concepts to quantitatively model everyday physical processes in the world around us.
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
NSM PHYS |
| Course Format: Lecture | Grading Mode: Student Option |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (BIOL)(CHEM)(E&ES)(INFO-MN)(MB&B)(NS&B) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
TBA
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Examinations and Assignments:
Three exams, weekly homework assignments, and in-class projects/group-work. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Students planning to enter the health professions should be aware that a year of physics with laboratory is usually required for admission. The laboratory course to take to fulfill this requirement is PHYS121. Consult your academic advisor(s) if you are in doubt about similar requirements in your field. |
| Instructor(s): Westling,Lynn Adrea Times: .M.W.F. 11:00AM-11:50AM; Location: SCIE150; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: UNL | | SR major: UNL | JR major: UNL | | |
| Seats Available: UNL | GRAD: UNL | SR non-major: UNL | JR non-major: UNL | SO: UNL | FR: UNL |
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