Principles of Physics 1

CAS PY 251

  • Scientific Inquiry I
  • Quantitative Reasoning I
  • Critical Thinking
  • Teamwork/Collaboration

Introduction to mechanics, conservation laws, heat, and thermodynamics. Primarily for physics, mathematics, and astronomy majors, but open to other students with a strong background in mathematics. Carries natural science divisional credit (with lab) in CAS. Effective Fall 2018, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry I, Quantitative Reasoning I, Critical Thinking, Teamwork/Collaboration.