Physics
| Undergraduate Course Details | |
|---|---|
| Number | PHS 212A |
| Title | College Physics II |
| Credits | 4.0 |
| Distribution | DII |
| Prerequisites | MAT110 or equivalent and PHS211A or PHS222 |
Description
Continuation of PHS211A. This course examines additional topics in classical physics, including fluid dynamics; thermal properties of matter, the laws of thermodynamics; principles of electricity and magnetism; D.C. circuits, electromagnetic induction. A strong emphasis on problem solving skills, in which algebra, geometry and elementary trigonometry are used freely. Three lecture hours, one discussion period and one three-hour laboratory period per week. Emphasizes biological science applications. Not open to students who have received credit for PHS212.