PC 131

Mechanics

Calculus-based course, which introduces basic principles of physics. Detailed topics covered: one-dimensional motion, vectors, motion in two and three dimensions, force and motion, kinetic energy and work, potential energy, conservation of energy, collisions and momentum, rotational motion, simple harmonic motion, torque, angular momentum, and gravitation. Prerequisites: OAC or Grade 12U Physics or Advanced Functions and Introductory Calculus Corequisites: MA100 or MA102 or MA103 Exclusions: PC100*, PC110*, PC141, PC151, PC161, SC100 Registration Notes: Must register for both a lecture and a lab section.