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    Mar 28, 2024  
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PHY 274 - Calculus Based Physics: Heat and Thermodynamics

4 Cr.
Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec., 3 Lab

The fourth of four calculus based, general physics courses supporting the customary baccalaureate science or engineering degree requirement. The subjects covered in PHY 274 are centered on thermodynamic and fluid phenomena. Topics include buoyancy, viscosity, aerodynamics, temperature, thermal expansion, the ideal gas law, kinetic theory, heat, calorimetry, the laws of thermodynamics, heat engines, refrigeration, entropy, heat flow, gravitation and the special theory of relativity.
Usually offered Spring semester
Pre-Requisites: PHY 171, PHY 172
Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requisite that may be met concurrently: MAT 222
Co-Requisites: PHY 274L
General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for Natural Sciences (NS)


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