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PHY 331 - Intermediate Mechanics I


Motion in two and three dimensions, motion under the influence of variable forces including central forces, damped and driven oscillations, systems of particles. An introduction to generalized coordinates and the Lagrangian approaches to solving problems in classical mechanics.

Credit 4 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Winter

Prerequisite(s) (a minimum grade of “C” in PHY 224 ) and MATH 223  
Class-Level Restriction Undergraduate standing

Notes -
Equivalent Courses PHY 330
Previously listed as PHY 330 - Intermediate Mechanics I
Updates Change to number, credit hour, description, and prerequisite 1/2017, effective Fall 2017; Course Rotation 8/2014, Change to prereq 7/2014, effective Winter 2015


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