PHY 1321 Principles of Physics I

3 units
Physics
Faculty of Science
Kinematics and particle dynamics. Energy and work. Momentum and impulse. Rotational motion. Heat and thermodynamics. Fluid mechanics. A first course intended primarily for students in the life sciences. An additional problem class of one hour per week is offered with the course. Includes a 3 hour lab in alternate weeks. Previously PHY 1301 and half of PHY 1201. Must register to PHY 1331 if 4U or OAC Physics not completed.

Components:

Discussion Group
Laboratory
Lecture

Requirements:

Prerequisite: OAC or 4U Physics. MAT 1320 or MAT 1321 or MAT 1327 or MAT 1330 is corequisite to PHY 1321 . The courses PHY 1321 , PHY 1121 , PHY 1122 , PHY 1124 or PHY 1331 cannot be combined for units.

Previously Offered Terms:

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French Equivalent:

Organized

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Clear Expectations

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Learned a Lot

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Recommend

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Workload

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Fair Assessments

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