Course description
Mechanics, Part 2
Learn the physics of how things move with this calculus-based course in Mechanics! PHYS101x serves as an introduction to mechanics following a standard first semester university physics course. This course teaches fundamental concepts and mathematical problem solving required for all STEM fields. It serves learners as valuable preparation for the equivalent on-campus course, or as supplementary material.
Upcoming start dates
Suitability - Who should attend?
Prerequisites
Secondary school (high school) algebra and trigonometry. Calculus is needed but can be learned concurrently
Outcome / Qualification etc.
What you'll learn
Rotational Motion, Angular Momentum, Statics and Elasticity, Gravitation, How to apply vector analysis and calculus to solve physics problems
Training Course Content
Part 1 covers translational motion:
- Kinematics
- Newton’s Laws of Motion
- Conservation of Energy
- Momentum and Collisions
Part 2 continues with rotational motion.
- Rotational Motion
- Angular Momentum
- Statics and Elasticity
- Universal Gravitation
Course delivery details
This course is offered through Rice University, a partner institute of EdX.
4-6 hours per week
Expenses
- Verified Track -$169
- Audit Track - Free