Teaching the laws of the Universe to those who one day rewrite them
Survey of Physics
Unlock the secrets of the cosmos in this fast-paced, high-energy exploration of how everything works. Designed for the curious mind, this course prioritizes big ideas and mind-bending concepts over dense calculations. If you’re eager to understand the "why" behind reality without getting buried in math, this is your launchpad.
Fall semester: Newtonian Mechanics
Winter semester: Electricity and Magnetism
Spring Semester: Waves, Optics, Quantum Physics.
It is ideal for curious learners not yet ready to dive deeply into math but eager to explore the universe!
Physics of Winter Olympics
Step onto the ice and snow to discover the hidden forces behind the world’s most thrilling winter sports!
In this course, we transform the Olympic arena into a giant physics lab. Why do figure skaters spin faster when they pull their arms in? How does a 500-pound bobsled defy gravity on a frozen curve? And what is the "secret science" of ice that allows a curling stone to glide?
From the kinematics of a downhill skier to the projectile motion of a ski jumper, students will learn to "see" the invisible vectors of force, friction, and momentum. Whether we are calculating the aerodynamic drag on a speed skater or exploring how conservation of angular momentum creates a triple-axel, you’ll discover that winning gold is as much about mastering Newton’s Laws as it is about athletic grit.