- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
PHYS 2149 is an algebra-based physics course that addresses topics of special relevance to mechanical engineering. There are three major topic areas: Part 1 Electricity; Part 2 Magnetism; and Part 3 Waves and Light. The accompanying lab activities emphasize the proper techniques of measurement, experimentation, graphical data analysis, and error analysis. Practical applications of physics are discussed.
Credits
5.5
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Calculate electric quantities and draw field/equipotential lines for point charges. [1]
- Define/explain the relationships between voltage, current, power, and electric field. [1]
- Calculate capacitance w.r.t. plate separation, area, and material between plates. [1]
- Solve series and parallel circuit problems with resistors or capacitors. [1]
- Solve magnetic field, flux, force, electromagnetism, magnetic permeability problems. [1]
- Solve electromagnetic induction, inductors, transformers, magnetic energy problems. [1]
- Explain operating principles of generators/motors and other electrical devices. [1]
- Define/explain the relationships between standing waves, harmonics, and overtones. [1]
- Solve problems related to the Doppler effect. [1]
- Define/explain relationships between the standard quantities in light applications. [1]
Effective as of Winter 2022
Related Programs
Physics for Mechanical (PHYS 2149) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Energy
- Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering Full-time
- Mechanical Engineering Technology (Mechanical Design Option)
Diploma Full-time
- Mechanical Engineering Technology (Mechanical Manufacturing Option)
Diploma Full-time
- Mechanical Engineering Technology (Mechanical Systems Option)
Diploma Full-time
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.