PHYS 31000 - Intermediate Mechanics

For students familiar with calculus. Elements of vector algebra; statics of particles and rigid bodies; theory of couples; principle of virtual work; kinematics; dynamics of particles and rigid bodies; work, power, and energy.

Preparation for Course
P: PHYS 15200 and 25100 and (MA 26100 or 26300).

Cr. 4.
Student Learning Outcomes
1. To understand order in nature as contained in the Laws of Physics. The student exhibits the knowledge of and the ability to apply the core physics subject of Classical Mechanics.