Physics 1050 - How Things Work

Instructor:	Lou Bloomfield
Time:	MWF 1:00pm - 1:50pm
Location:	Physics 203
Office Hours:	Mondays, 9:00am – 11:00am, Physics 133 Wednesdays, 3:00pm – 5:00pm, Alderman Café (in Alderman Library)
Description:	Physics 1050 is for non-science majors. It is a practical introduction to physics and science in everyday life. This course considers objects from our daily environment and focuses on their principles of operation, histories, and relationships to one another. The emphasis for Physics 1050 is on mechanical and thermal objects. The companion course, Physics 1060, emphasizes objects involving electromagnetism, light, special materials, and nuclear energy.
Teaching Assistant:	Matt Caplan Office Hours: Monday: 11:00AM - 1:00PM in Phys Bldg 220 Tuesday: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM in Alderman Cafe (in Alderman Library) Wednesday: 11:00 - 1:00 PM in Phys Bldg 220 Thursday: 2:00 PM - 4:00PM in Alderman Cafe (in Alderman Library)
Required Items:	1. WileyPlus Access Code for How Thinks Work: the Physics of Everyday Life, 4th Edition 2. How Thinks Work: the Physics of Everyday Life, 4th Edition by Louis A. Bloomfield 3. iClicker Classroom Response Unit (Item 2 is not essential. See Class Policy Page for More Information)
Homework Site:	WileyPlus Login or to Register for This Class Section
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