Course Description
Physics 101 is an introductory calculus-based course designed for civil engineering students, providing the fundamental physical principles underlying engineering analysis and design. The course covers measurement, units, vectors, and kinematics in one, two, and three dimensions, followed by Newtonian dynamics and its applications. Energy, momentum, and conservation laws are developed and applied to particle systems and rigid bodies. Topics also include rotational motion, torque, static equilibrium, deformation of materials, gravitation, and an introduction to celestial mechanics. The course concludes with fluid mechanics, oscillatory motion, and wave phenomena, emphasizing concepts and problem-solving skills essential for structural, geotechnical, hydraulic, and transportation engineering applications.