PHY117 Introduction to Mechanics
3-3-0

Statics: equilibrium of bodies subject to many forces. Kinematics; rectilinear, plane, circular and simple harmonic motion. Dynamics: conservation of mechanical energy and momentum; plane and circular motion of particles; rotation of macroscopic bodies. Non-Inertial Frames.

Prerequisite: PHY191 or equivalent and PHY270/MAT210



Note: See MAT 177. Students may not take this course for credit if they have received credit MAT 177