PHYSICS 180a, Fall 2000

Advanced General Physics





Course News

Non-uniform gravity example of a sphere and "sideways" rod from the review session. 12/14/00

The 3rd exam is Dec 18th @ 2pm in SPL59.  Review session is Wed Dec 13 @ 11:30 in SPL59.  I'll hold office hours on Dec 8 as usual, and also Dec 13 from 1 to 2:30+ and Friday Dec 15 from 1:30 to 3 pm +. 12/13/00

Discussion Sections meet Thur ? Friday every week.  See the schedule for times.  8/8/00

The Math-Science Tutors are a helpful resource for Physics 180a students. Their hours and office locations are available here.

Which physics course and lab should I take?

Textbook available at the Bookstore

Questions about grading on problem sets.

Other Web sites of interest

Physics 181
Antarctic exploration
The physics of rowing
The physics of racing
Tables of properties of biomaterials including thermal expansion, specific heat, density, coefficients of friction...
Prof Gibble's research