College of Chemistry Course Guide

CPHYS 5A - Introductory Mechanics and Relativity (3 Units)

(Taken from the UC Berkeley Course Guide)

Course Overview

Summary

Kinematics, dynamics, work and energy, rotational motion, oscillations, fluids and relativity. Use of calculus and vector algebra will be emphasized. Intended for students with an interest in pursuing a major in physics, astrophysics, engineering physics, or related disciplines. Successor to the Physics H7 series. Start of three semester 5A-5B-5C sequence.

Prerequisites

MATH 1A; MATH 1B (which may be taken concurrently)

Workload

Time Commitment

3 hours of lecture and 2 hours of discussion per week.




UC Berkeley Course Guide