This course provides a thorough introduction to the principles and methods of physics for students who have good preparation in physics and mathematics. Emphasis is placed on problem solving and quantitative reasoning. This course covers Newtonian mechanics, special relativity, gravitation, thermodynamics, and waves.
Course Introduction and Newtonian Mechanics
Vectors in Multiple Dimensions
Newton's Laws of Motion
Newton's Laws (cont.) and Inclined Planes
Work-Energy Theorem and Law of Conservation of Energy
Law of Conservation of Energy in Higher Dimensions
Kepler's Laws
Dynamics of a Multiple-Body System and Law of Conservation of Momentum
Rotations, Part I: Dynamics of Rigid Bodies
Rotations, Part II: Parallel Axis Theorem
Torque
Introduction to Relativity
Lorentz Transformation
Introduction to the Four-Vector
Four-Vector in Relativity
The Taylor Series and Other Mathematical Concepts
Simple Harmonic Motion
Simple Harmonic Motion (cont.) and Introduction to Waves
Waves
Fluid Dynamics and Statics and Bernoulli's Equation
Thermodynamics
The Boltzmann Constant and First Law of Thermodynamics
The Second Law of Thermodynamics and Carnot's Engine
The Second Law of Thermodynamics (cont.) and Entropy