PHYS 2P20 - Introductory Mechanics

Mechanics of particles and systems of particles by the Newtonian method; conservation of linear momentum, angular momentum and energy; elementary dynamics of rigid bodies; oscillators; motion under central forces; selected applications.

Course Format: Lectures, problem sessions, 3 hours per week; tutorial, 1 hour per week.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 1P21 or PHYS 1P91 or PHYS 1P95 (recommended); PHYS 1P22 or PHYS 1P92 or PHYS 1P96 (recommended); MATH 1P01 and MATH 1P02, or MATH 1P05 and MATH 1P06 (recommended), or MATH 1P07 and MATH 1P08
Course Notes: Materials fee required. This course may be offered in multiple modes of delivery. The method of delivery will be listed on the academic timetable, in the applicable term.