PHY 2300 How Things Work - Physics of Everyday Life

3 units
Physics
Faculty of Science
This course explores the science underlying technology and the physics of everyday life. It will cover topics such as why we see rainbows, how airplanes fly, why microwave ovens heat up your food, why your phone battery doesn't last long enough, and how your computer (or the cloud) can store your entire music library. Each lecture will include a class demo followed by a revealing of the simple physics behind the observations. No background in science or mathematics is required.

Components:

Lecture

Requirements:

Prerequisites: 18 university units. PHY1121 or PHY1122 cannot be combined for credits with PHY2300. This course cannot count as a Science optional course, but may be used as an elective.

Previously Offered Terms:

Fall

French Equivalent:

Organized

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Fair Assessments

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