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  • PHYS 1060: The Universe

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Modern astronomy--central theme will be modern science's attempt to understand the nature and origin of the universe at large, including the matter and radiation that make it up. Specific topics include stars, exotic stellar objects (white dwarfs, red giants, neutron stars and black holes), supernova explosions, the origin of atomic elements, galaxies, giant radio sources, quasars, clusters of galaxies, the fabric of space and time, and Big Bang cosmology.
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  • PHYS 1110: Physics of Human Body

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    This interesting course combines physics with anatomy and physiology to tell the story of how the body operates. We cover food and energy metabolism, how trauma occurs in the body. We discuss the meaning of blood pressure how the heart and lungs operate. We cover how we hear, how we see and how x-rays and MRI scans work. There will be lectures on cancer treatment as well as how a person is injured skiing and riding mountain bikes. With each subject we discuss common diseases and treatments.
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  • PHYS 1330: Physics Audio & Video

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Principles of physics are illustrated through application to hi-fidelity sound reproduction systems. Concepts are presented with demonstrations rather than mathematical analysis. Topics include waves and interference, resonant frequencies, sound quality and intensity, wow and flutter, electricity and magnetism, and harmonic analysis. Laboratory demonstrations include loudspeakers, sound amplifiers, and tuners.
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  • PHYS 1500: Problem Solving in P&A

    2.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    This is a preparatory course for introductory physics (PHYS 2210). It focuses primarily on developing math and problem solving skills using interesting physics & astronomy content. The course will improve student fluency in algebra, vectors, trigonometry, and basic geometry through regular practice of solving problems. It will also teach students how physicists approach problem solving more generally. Students will also be exposed to derivatives and their physical meaning. Prerequisites: 'C-' or better in MATH1050 OR (AccuplacerCLM 80+ OR AccuplacerAAF 263+) Corequisites: MATH1060 OR MATH1080 OR MATH 1215 OR Accuplacer CLM 90+ OR Accuplacer AAF 276+ OR ACT Math 28+ OR SAT Math 650+
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  • PHYS 1980: Undergrad Seminar I

    1.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    This is a required course for all physics majors. All students interested in majoring in Physics are encouraged to take this course as early as possible. The course focuses on exposing students to resources for a successful undergraduate career in physics, including navigating the choices they will make as majors as well as opportunities for internships, research, and outreach. In addition, students will be matched with peer mentors and exposed to physics oriented student groups.
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  • PHYS 2010: General Physics I

    4.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    An algebra based physics course on the study of motion and heat. The course includes one-dimensional and two-dimensional kinematics, Newton's three laws of motion, circular motion, work and energy, momentum, rotational kinematics and dynamics, periodic motion, the three laws of Thermodynamics, temperature, and heat transfer. Three lectures and two recitations weekly. Intended for students seeking to enter medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, humanities, and behavioral and social sciences. Those wishing to take this course as a lecture-laboratory course should register concurrently for PHYS 2015. Prerequisites:"C-" or better in ((MATH1050 AND MATH1060) OR (MATH1060 AND (AccuplacerCLM 80+ OR AccuplacerAAF 263+)) OR (MATH (1080OR1210OR1310))) OR APCalcAB 3+ OR APCalcBC 3+ OR AccuplacerCLM 90+ OR AccuplacerAAF 276+ OR ACTMath 28+ OR SATMath 650+.
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  • PHYS 2015: General Physics Lab I

    1.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Laboratory experiences in mechanics and thermal physics to accompany PHYS 2010. Corequisites: "C-" or better in (PHYS 2010 OR PHYS 2210 OR PHYS 3210) OR AP Physics 1 score of 4+ OR AP Physics C Mech score of 4+.
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  • PHYS 2020: General Physics II

    4.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Continuation of PHYS 2010. An algebra based physics course on electricity, magnetism and light. The course covers Coulomb's law, electric fields in vacuum and matter, electric potential and energy, magnetic fields, Faraday's law, DC and AC circuits. Topics on light cover the relationship between electromagnetism and light, the wave nature of light, geometric optics, lenses and mirrors. Three lectures and two recitations weekly. Those wishing to take this course as lecture-laboratory course should register concurrently for PHYS 2015. Prerequisites: "C-" or better in (PHYS 2010 OR PHYS 2210 OR PHYS 3210) OR AP Physics 1 score of 4+ OR AP Physics C Mech score of 4+.
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  • PHYS 2025: General Physics Lab II

    1.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Continuation of PHYS 2015. Laboratory experiences in electric circuits, electronic instrumentation, computer interfacing, and optics to accompany PHYS 2020. Prerequisites: 'C-' or better in (PHYS 2015 OR PHYS 2215) Corequisites: 'C-' or better in PHYS 2020 OR PHYS 2220 OR AP Physics 2 score of 4+ OR AP Physics C E&M score of 4+
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  • PHYS 2110: Intro Phys for Sci I

    4.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    PHYS 2110 is a 4 credit hour course that gives a rigorous introduction to the foundations of classical mechanics, the fundamental concepts of the motion of classical objects within the broad context of all fundamental scientific disciplines. In addition, basic concepts of thermodynamics and fluid dynamics are discussed as these are crucial applications of classical mechanics for Chemistry and Biology. This course is mathematically rigorous, calculus based and it is specifically aimed for students within the University of Utah's Integrated Science Core Curriculum study track. While the content covered by this course is similar to PHYS2210, this course has a specific focus on applications in Chemistry and Biology. The course will allow for little to no time to revisit mathematical methods that are prerequisites, including mathematical methods that are prerequisites of MATH1210 such as elementary algebra and trigonometry.
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