PHY 1124 Fundamentals of Physics for Engineers

3 units
Physics
Faculty of Science
Review of kinematics, reference frames and relative motion. Newton's laws of motion, forces, and fields. Work, energy and power. Oscillator motion. Electrostatics and Gauss' law. Magnetic fields and forces. Introduction to special relativity. This course is intended for students in electrical and computer engineering. An additional problem class of one hour per week is offered with the course. Includes a 3 hour lab in alternate weeks. Previously PHY 1104 and PHY 1304.

Components:

Discussion Group
Laboratory
Lecture

Requirements:

Prerequisites: OAC or 4U Physics, MAT 1320 or MAT 1321 . The courses PHY 1124 , PHY 1121 , PHY 1122 , PHY 1321 , PHY 1322 , PHY 1331 cannot be combined for units. Must register to PHY 1331 if 4U or OAC Physics not completed.

Previously Offered Terms:

Winter

French Equivalent:

Organized

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Clear Expectations

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Learned a Lot

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Fair Assessments

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