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PHYSICS 130-2 : College Physics: Electricity and Magnetism (College Physics: Electricity and Magnetism)

Description

Overview of class:

Algebra-based physics primarily for premedical students who do not need to
take calculus-based physics.

Topics covered are similar to those of 135-2:

1. Static electricity
2. Electric fields
3. Electrical potentials
4. D.C. Circuits
5. Capacitors
6. Magnetic fields
7. Inductance
8. Inductors
9. A.C. Circuits

Teaching Method: Daily 2-hour lectures with demonstrations, daily discussion section, two-hour laboratory 3 times per week.

Evaluation Method: 1 midterm, a final exam, daily quizzes, and a lab grade.

Class Materials (Required):

Physics by Giancoli, 7th ed, publisher- Pearson
2nd quarter lab manual by Stipes (available at Norris)
scientific calculator
.pdf viewer (Adobe Acrobat Reader or equivalent)
Laboratory Notebook (Quadrille ruled and permanent binding)
Blackboard Course Management: https://courses.northwestern.edu/webapps/login/

Class Materials (Suggested): Turningpoint clickers

Prerequisite/Registration Requirements: algebra and trigonometry; Physics 130-1

Additional Information:

Concurrent registration in PHYSICS 136 laboratory is required.

PLEASE NOTE: The registration period for ALL summer courses is April 8, 2024 through June 16, 2024, even if the course begins later in the summer.