Physics by J.D. Cutnell and K.W. Johnson, 8th Edition

Available in the bookstore as a special “binder-ready” version that includes a licence to use WileyPLUS that will be used in this course for homework assignments. The same licence will be valid also for PHYS 1030. The binder-ready version includes a discount coupon for the purchase of an iClicker.

Note: earlier editions of the textbook may also be used, but a separate WileyPLUS licence must also be purchased. While the material is largely the same in the various versions of the text, the problem numbers are different in some cases.

Registration code for WileyPLUS (free with new copies of the textbook at the bookstore)

iClicker (used in all sections apart from A04)

Physics 1020 Laboratory Manual (2009-2010), from the bookstore

Scientific Calculator

NOTE: The instructors reserve the right to restrict the use of calculators which have large storage capacity, or which have the capability of remote communication, during tests and examinations. If you have concerns about the acceptability of your calculator, please contact your instructor WELL BEFORE any test or examination.

OPTIONAL: Student Solution Manual, Comella, Cutnell & Johnson

Chapters 1-14 of the text will be covered. In addition, you are responsible for understanding error analysis from the lab (i.e. propagation of errors in simple mathematical operations).