How Things Work
PHYS 105 - Fall 1996
Instructor: Lou Bloomfield
For non-science majors: a practical introduction to physics and science
in everyday life. This course considers objects from our daily environment
and focuses on their principles of operation, histories, and relationships
to one another. The emphasis for Physics 105 is on mechanical and thermal
objects. The companion course, Physics
106N, emphasizes objects involving electromagnetism, light, special
materials, and nuclear energy.
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Optional Discussion Session - Lou Bloomfield - Physics 203, Wednesday
2-3PM
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Optional Help Sessions - Fredrik Fatemi - Physics 203, Sunday 6-8PM
and Physics 203, Thursday 5-7PM.
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