PHYS 211: General Physics: Mechanics (STEM Academy)

Calculus-based introduction to classical mechanics, including such topics as: measurement, dimensional analysis, motion in one-dimension, vectors, motion in 2 and 3 dimensions, relative and circular motion, force and dynamics, Newton's Laws, friction, kinetic energy, work, potential energy, energy conservation, systems of particles, center of mass and momentum, elastic and inelastic collisions, rotation (moments of inertia), rolling motion, torque, angular momentum, static equilibrium, gravitational force and Kepler's laws, gravitational potential energy, oscillations.

Students must be currently enrolled in the 11th or 12th grade in a local high school and able to demonstrate adequate academic preparation, as evidenced by a >3.0 GPA, success in AP or Honors courses, and/or a letter of support from their guidance counselor and/or teacher. Solid mastery of pre-calculus (algebra and trigonometry) is required.

Classes are held Tuesday & Thursday (January 27 – May 7, 2026; No class March 10 & 12)
Время: 18:00-20:00

Penn State предоставляет скидку на обучение 50% для всех зачисленных студентов, что делает стоимость $1,221 за 4-кредитный курс. KleinLife предлагает стипендии $870 для студентов на основе обстоятельств, потребностей или ограничений дохода. Студенты, имеющие право на стипендию, в конечном итоге платят $351.

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