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Physics 210 General Physics I

Physics 210 General Physics I. Dr. Fortner FW 216 mfortner1@niu.edu. Course Content. Physics—the science of energy and matter. Mechanics—the motion (or lack thereof) of physical objects Physical quantities describe behavior Physical quantities are related to each other

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Physics 210 General Physics I

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  1. Physics 210General Physics I Dr. Fortner FW 216 mfortner1@niu.edu

  2. Course Content • Physics—the science of energy and matter. • Mechanics—the motion (or lack thereof) of physical objects • Physical quantities describe behavior • Physical quantities are related to each other • Theoretical relations predict behavior • Mathematics • Tool for understanding physics • Problem solving, not just plugging into equations • Algebra and trigonometry are essential (MATH 155)

  3. Course Topics • Laws of Motion • Measurement, Force, Acceleration, Kinematics • Conservation Laws • Circular Motion, Energy, Linear and Angular Momentum • Continuous Media • Fluids, Oscillations, Waves, Sound • Thermal Physics • Temperature, Heat, Thermodynamics

  4. Web Pages • http://nicadd.niu.edu/~fortner/course/phys210/description.html • Description and goals • Lecture slides • Laboratory handouts • Grading scale • TA contacts • Blackboard

  5. Lectures • Powerpoint slides • Corresponds to text sections in reading • Different than text • Students responsible for both • Demonstrations • Interactive questions • Physical demonstrations • Web and electronic media demonstrations

  6. Goals Measurement techniques Data analysis Data presentation Observations Assessment Participation Computer exercises Written and oral reports Assigned questions Laboratories

  7. Problems Conceptual questions and problems Turned in before lab Use TA for help if needed Quizzes and Final Covers readings and lecture Multiple choice, matching Final covers the whole course Problems and Quizzes

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