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PH251 ADVANCED PHYSICS I

Physics and Nuclear Engineering · 4 versions

Offerings are listed from 2027-1 Fall through 2031-1 Fall.

PH251 ADVANCED PHYSICS I

  • 4.0 credit hours
  • (BS=4.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
  • Version 2027-1
  • In effect
Scope
This required, calculus-based advanced core physics course consists of a comprehensive study of classical mechanics. The course is designed to promote scientific literacy and to develop the use of the scientific method to solve complex problems. Topics include vectors, kinematics, Newton?s laws, work, energy, torque, momentum, and rotational motion. An integrated laboratory program illustrates basic scientific techniques and serves to stimulate intellectual curiosity through discovery laboratories. The core physics program is designed to demonstrate the relevance of physics to military technology and to help prepare future Army leaders to anticipate and adapt to technological change.
Lessons
30 @ 75 min (2.000 Att/wk)
Labs
10 @ 120 min
Special requirements
None
Corequisites
MA104
Disqualifiers
one of
PH251 version 2027-1 offerings
Term Sections Section size Capacity Enrolled Wait list Seats Closed Details
2027-1 Fall 9 18 162 157 0 5 No Hours for 2027-1 Fall
2027-2 Spring 6 18 108 74 0 34 Yes Hours for 2027-2 Spring
2028-1 Fall 6 18 108 1 0 107 Yes Hours for 2028-1 Fall
2028-2 Spring 6 18 108 0 0 108 Yes Hours for 2028-2 Spring
2029-1 Fall 6 18 108 0 0 108 Yes Hours for 2029-1 Fall
2029-2 Spring 6 18 108 0 0 108 Yes Hours for 2029-2 Spring
2030-1 Fall 6 18 108 0 0 108 Yes Hours for 2030-1 Fall
2030-2 Spring 6 18 108 0 0 108 Yes Hours for 2030-2 Spring

PH251 ADVANCED PHYSICS I

  • 4.0 credit hours
  • (BS=4.0, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
  • Version 2023-1
  • Archived
Scope
This required, calculus-based advanced core physics course consists of a comprehensive study of classical mechanics. The course is designed to promote scientific literacy and to develop the use of the scientific method to solve complex problems. Topics include vectors, kinematics, Newton?s laws, work, energy, torque, momentum, and rotational motion. An integrated laboratory program illustrates basic scientific techniques and serves to stimulate intellectual curiosity through discovery laboratories. The core physics program is designed to demonstrate the relevance of physics to military technology and to help prepare future Army leaders to anticipate and adapt to technological change.
Lessons
40 @ 55 min (3.000 Att/wk)
Labs
10 @ 120 min
Special requirements
None
Corequisites
MA104
Disqualifiers
one of

PH251 ADVANCED PHYSICS I

  • 3.5 credit hours
  • (BS=3.5, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
  • Version 2007-1
  • Archived
Scope
This is the first course of a two-semester, calculus-based advanced physics sequence for selected cadets with demonstrated strengths in mathematics and science. This course consists of an introduction to nuclear physics and a comprehensive study of classical mechanics, which is designed to promote scientific literacy and to develop the use of scientific modes of thought to solve complex problems. Topics include a survey of nuclear physics and a detailed study of the laws of motion, conservation of energy, and conservation of momentum. An integrated laboratory program illustrates basic scientific techniques and serves to stimulate intellectual curiosity. The core physics program is designed to demonstrate the relevance of physics to military technology and to help prepare future Army leaders to anticipate and adapt to technological change.
Lessons
40 @ 55 min (3.000 Att/wk)
Labs
8 @ 120 min
Special requirements
None
Prerequisites
MA104
Corequisites
one of
Disqualifiers
PH201

PH251 ADV CLASSICAL PHYSICS I

  • 3.5 credit hours
  • (BS=3.5, ET=0.0, MA=0.0)
  • Version 1992-1
  • Archived
Scope
Temp
Lessons
40 @ 55 min (3.000 Att/wk)
Labs
8 @ 120 min
Special requirements
None
Prerequisites
MA104
Disqualifiers
PH201