PHYS 222 - Mechanics I

Class Hours: 2
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 2

Prerequisite: PHYS 112 or PHYS 132; MATH 122 or MATH 126
Covers the basic laws and concepts of the mechanical universe. The dynamics of a particle in one, two, and three dimensions are covered. Central forces, including planetary and satellite motion, are discussed and analyzed in detail using Newton’s gravitational law. Other topics covered are statics, multiple particle system dynamics, mechanical energy, and oscillations.