Physics 117 - Introductory Physics I
Introductory Physics I
Spring
2026
01
5.00
Travis T. Norsen
M W F 9:25 AM - 10:40 AM
Smith College
PHY-117-01-202603
Sabin-Reed 305
tnorsen@smith.edu
The concepts and relations (force, energy and momentum) describing physical interactions and the changes in motion they produce, along with applications to the physical and life sciences. Lab experiments, lectures and problem-solving activities are interwoven into each class. In-class discussion sections offer additional help with mathematics, data analysis and problem solving. This course satisfies medical school and engineering requirements for an introductory physics I course with a lab. Prerequisite: PHY 115 (taken concurrently) or Physics math placement test; and MTH 111 or equivalent. Restrictions: Not open to students who have taken PHY 111 or PHY 119. Enrollment limited to 28.
[CE] Not PHY 111 or 119; Prereq: PHY 115 (may be concurrent)
Multiple required components--lab and/or discussion section. To register, submit requests for all components simultaneously.
Must take Laboratory, Lecture