Course Goals:
Physics 250 is a year long algebra-based course in college
physics. The emphasis in the course will be on the ideas and concepts
in elementary physics; however we will also stress applying these
principles to solve problems. Teaching the AP test is not the
goal of the course, but we do cover topics that will be on the AP test.
Trigonometry is a prerequisite for this course - students should be familiar with interpreting graphs, algebra, and properties of elementary functions (especially trigonometric functions). Some experience with vectors is useful, but the basics of vector manipulation is developed in class as the class proceeds.
This web site contains the syllabus, homework assignments, and answers and hints for the homework problems: