124.100 Introductory Physics (15 credits)

Philosophy of scientific measurement and method. Kinematics. Dynamics. Equilibrium. Vectors (momentum and force). Work and energy. Transmission of energy by wave motion. Light and sound. DC electric circuits.

Requirements

• Restriction(s): 119.153, 124.103 124.100 may not be taken after any of 124.101, 124.102, 124.111, 124.171, 124.172 has been passed

Expected prior learning

• Students must have achieved at least 16 credits in NCEA Level 2 Mathematics or passed 247.002 or equivalent. All students, whether or not they have an NCEA history/background, must have a good grounding in basic maths. It is important that you can perform calculations using a calculator; understand and apply correct order of operations in calculations; re-arrange formulae to solve for an unknown. Not sure? Try our basic numeracy quiz: http://mathsfirst.massey.ac.nz/ReadinessQuizzes.htm

Offerings

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