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Selected Topics in Physics for Bioscience Students


Course Description

Topics will include fluid statics and dynamics, sound, thermodynamics, special relativity, quantum and nuclear physics, including radioactivity.


Athena Title

BIOSCIENCE PHYSICS


Pre or Corequisite

PHYS 1112-1112L or PHYS 1212-1212L or PHYS 1312-1312L


Grading System

S/U (Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)


Course Objectives

A student will be expected to have developed a working knowledge (which includes both fluency in the fundamental concepts and problem-solving ability) in the topics listed in the topical outline.


Topical Outline

Topical outline: a) fluid statics and dynamics b) sound c) thermodynamics d) special relativity e) quantum and nuclear physics f) radioactivity