PH 212 - General Physics - Calculus II

3 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):

MTH 251 , PH 211 , PH 211L , PH 211R

Corequisite(s):

MTH 252 , PH 212L , PH 212R

Course Description: This is the second term of a three-term calculus-based physics course. Special relativity and electromagnetism are covered. This includes but is not limited to spacetime diagrams, time dilation, length contraction, conservation of four-momentum, electrostatics, fields, current, voltage, circuits, magnetism, induction, Maxwell’s equations and electromagnetic waves. Students must enroll in lecture, laboratory and recitation sections. All three sections are required.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Use vectors, algebra, calculus, dimensional analysis, and logical reasoning to solve general physics problems resourcefully. (ILO: Quantitative Literacy and Reasoning)
CLO#2: Make sensible assumptions and simplifications to solve general physics problems, when it appears that not enough information is provided.
CLO#3: Apply the principles of special relativity and electromagnetism, using calculus where appropriate.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Scientific calculator, Ruler, Protractor, Mechanical pencil, Eraser, Engineering paper

ACTI Code and Course Type
100 Lower Division Collegiate

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (30) and a standard RCC delivery of (33) lecture hours per term, not to exceed (36) hours per term.