An introduction to physics in the context of everyday objects.
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How Things Work: An Introduction to Physics
University of VirginiaAbout this Course
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Course Introduction
Skating
Falling Balls
Ramps
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TOP REVIEWS FROM HOW THINGS WORK: AN INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICS
I thoroughly enjoyed this course as prof was clear, slow-paced, and highly entertaining as well. Thank you prof for this course and I hope many others will get to learn physics at home!
Loved this course I thought it was a great course for the Introduction to Physics. It was easy enough to understand and Lu had a strong passion for what he was teaching. All in all great course. 10/10
Great introduction to Physics. I use the concepts taught in this course frequently in everyday life. Professor Bloomfield explains concepts very clearly without getting overly mathematical.
Excellent course which explains basic physics in an enjoyable and entertaining manner. The professor teaches excellently and with the highest enthusiasm to impart and involve you in the subject.
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