PHYS 151L - Physics for Engineers II Lab

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This is the second course of a two-semester sequence in calculus-based introductory physics for engineers, introducing concepts in electricity, magnetism, and optics. Students develop in-depth understanding of each topic through readings, discussions, interactive lecture demonstrations, homework activities, structured hands-on labs, and team projects. We incorporate the mathematical concepts from the calculus co-requisite course as they are intrinsically connected to the physical phenomena; practice in graphical and qualitative reasoning helps students to recognize this connection, in addition to the use of mathematical formulas for numerical results. The laboratory section of the course reinforces the physical concepts introduced in class as students learn basic tasks involved in scientific investigation, such as data taking, data analysis, team work, and written communication, and synthesize these skills in the completion of applied projects. Students also maintain an electronic record of major assignments and projects, part of the overall e-portfolio as an Engineering major.

Prerequisite: PHYS 150
Corequisite: PHYS-151
Restriction: Field of study restricted to Engineering Major
College of Arts and Sciences