Physics 2112

Physics 2112 - Physics for Engineers and Scientists II

The goal of this course is for students to develop a basic understanding of the physical concepts involved in electrical and magnetic fields, basic electrical circuits, along with geometrical and physical optics. A significant emphasis will be placed on the basic concepts involved. Calculations and calculus will be used as a tool to study and learn these concepts.

Class Annoucements

Welcome to Physics 2112 (Fall 2024)

Be sure to monitor this space for important information and course updates.  This page will be updated on a regular basis. (Last Update: September 16th, 2024.)

  • Your next lecture will take place on Tuesday, September 17th in BIC-3535 starting prompty at 12:00 Noon.
  • Be sure to read the rest of Chapter 7 of the Openstax textbook for class on Tuesday, September 17th.
  • Your next laboratory session will take place on Tuesday, September 17th in BIC-3F07 starting promptly at 1:00 PM.  Your entire Investigation 4 packet (Lab #3 from the lab manual: Electric Fields and Equipotential Contours) will be due at the start (1:00 PM) of your next laboratory session.  Your next investigation will be (Lab #4 from the lab manual: Batteries, Bulbs and Current.)  Be sure to complete the pre-lab for "Batteries, Bulbs and Current" PRIOR to entering the lab on Tuesday.  The pre-lab is also due at 1:00 PM of your lab session.
  • The ExpertTA Homework 06 (Electric Potential ) is now scheduled to be due by 11:30PM on Tuesday, September 17th.
  • Quiz #3 covering Electric Potential & Electric Potential Energy is expected to take place on Thursday, September 19th starting promptly at 12:00 Noon.  The quiz will take 20 minutes.

Class Resources:

Lab 2 Materials

General Resources