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Principles of Physics I

This course is about learning to solve problems (both qualitative and quantitative) and refining one's skill at communicating solutions to problems. Through this course you will learn how to solve conceptual, experimental, and mathematical problems that relate to and help you better understand physics.

Course Objectives

1. To acquaint you with calculus-based Newtonian Mechanics.
2. To help you understand the difference between an exercise and a problem.
3. To help you become a better problem solver.
4. To introduce you to estimating to obtain meaningful results.
5. To introduce you to methods of effectively communicating scientific information.