Physics 1 (PHYS 1100)

This course is the first half of a standard 1st year calculus-based physics course (PHYS 1200 is the second half). The course covers mechanics, including vectors, kinematics, dynamics, energy, momentum, rotational motion, oscillations, waves, and sound. In the laboratory, students will develop measurement, analysis and lab report writing skills.
Course code: PHYS 1100
Credits: 4.0
Length: 120.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=PHYS&number=1100

Prerequisites

Physics 12 with a minimum 'C+' grade or equivalent; Precalculus 12 with a minimum 'C+' grade or equivalent; MATH 1100 Calculus 1 taken prior or concurrently.
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Additional Information

  • Vectors
  • Translational kinematics
  • Projectile motion
  • Newton's laws and free body diagrams
  • Friction
  • Work and energy
  • Potential energy
  • Work-energy theorem
  • Rotational kinetics, moment of inertia, torque
  • Rotational dynamics
  • Angular momentum and rolling bodies
  • Gravitation
  • Physical optics - reflection, refraction and lenses
  • Simple harmonic motion and pendulums
  • Waves, sound, interference, standing waves, Doppler effect
  • Relativity

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.