Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach with Modern Physics, 4th Edition
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Randall D Knight, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
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For courses in introductory calculus-based physics.
A research-driven approach to physics with a focus on qualitative reasoning
Physics for Scientists and Engineers incorporates Physics Education Research and cognitive science best practices that encourage conceptual development, problem-solving skill acquisition, and visualization. Knight stresses qualitative reasoning through physics principles before formalizing physics mathematically, developing student problem-solving skills with a systematic, scaffolded approach. The text presents a finely tuned, practical introduction to physics with problems that relate physics to everyday life and includes models, modeling, and advanced topics.
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Hallmark features of Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach with Modern Physics
Build problem-solving skills and confidence
Promote a deeper and better-connected understanding
Gain knowledge in a variety of physics topics
Hallmark features of Mastering Physics. Learn more about Mastering Physics.
Teach your course your way:
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Improve student results: When you teach with Mastering, student performance often improves. Thats why instructors have chosen Mastering for over 15 years, touching the lives of over 20 million students. Learn more in this efficacy report.
Highlights of the DIGITAL UPDATE for Mastering Physics (available for Fall 2020 classes)
I. Newton’s Laws
1. Concepts of Motion
2. Kinematics in One Dimension
3. Vectors and Coordinate Systems
4. Kinematics in Two Dimensions
5. Force and Motion
6. Dynamics I: Motion Along a Line
7. Newton’s Third Law
8. Dynamics II: Motion in a Plane
II. Conservation Laws
9. Work and Kinetic Energy
10. Interactions and Potential Energy
11. Impulse and Momentum
III. Applications of Newtonian Mechanics
12. Rotation of a Rigid Body
13. Newton’s Theory of Gravity
14. Fluids and Elasticity
IV. Oscillations and Waves
15. Oscillations
16. Traveling Waves
17. Superposition
V. Thermodynamics
18. A Macroscopic Description of Matter
19. Work, Heat, and the First Law of Thermodynamics
20. The Micro/Macro Connection
21. Heat Engines and Refrigerators
VI. Electricity and Magnetism
22. Electric Charges and Forces
23. The Electric Field
24. Gauss’s Law
25. The Electric Potential
26. Potential and Field
27. Current and Resistance
28. Fundamentals of Circuits
29. The Magnetic Field
30. Electromagnetic Induction
31. Electromagnetic Fields and Waves
32. AC Circuits
VII. Optics
33. Wave Optics
34. Ray Optics
35. Optical Instruments
VIII. Relativity and Quantum Physics
36. Relativity
37. The Foundations of Modern Physics
38. Quantization
39. Wave Functions and Uncertainty
40. One-Dimensional Quantum Mechanics
41. Atomic Physics
42. Nuclear Physics
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Knight
©2017  | Pearson
Knight
©2017  | Pearson  | 264 pp
Knight
©2017  | Pearson  | 504 pp
Knight
©2017  | Pearson  | 672 pp
Knight
©2017  | Pearson  | 1328 pp
Knight
©2017  | Pearson  | 1136 pp
Knight
©2017  | Pearson  | 1328 pp
Randy Knight taught introductory physics for 32 years at Ohio State University and California Polytechnic University, where he is Professor Emeritus of Physics. Professor Knight received a Ph.D. in physics from the University of California, Berkeley and was a post-doctoral fellow at the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics before joining the faculty at Ohio State University. It was at Ohio State that he began to learn about the research in physics education that, many years later, led to Five Easy Lessons: Strategies for Successful Physics Teaching and this book, as well as College Physics: A Strategic Approach, co-authored with Brian Jones and Stuart Field. Professor Knight’s research interests are in the field of laser spectroscopy and environmental science. When he’s not in front of a computer, you can find Randy hiking, sea kayaking, playing the piano, or spending time with his wife Sally and their six cats.
For courses in introductory calculus-based physics.
A research-driven approach to physics with a focus on qualitative reasoning
Physics for Scientists and Engineers incorporates Physics Education Research and cognitive science best practices that encourage conceptual development, problem-solving skill acquisition, and visualization. Knight stresses qualitative reasoning through physics principles before formalizing physics mathematically, developing student problem-solving skills with a systematic, scaffolded approach. The text presents a finely tuned, practical introduction to physics with problems that relate physics to everyday life and includes models, modeling, and advanced topics.
Reach every student by pairing this text with Mastering Physics
Mastering™ is the teaching and learning platform that empowers you to reach every student. By combining trusted author content with digital tools developed to engage students and emulate the office-hour experience, Mastering personalizes learning and improves results for each student. Learn more about Mastering Physics.
Reach every student by pairing this text with Mastering Physics
Highlights of the DIGITAL UPDATE for Mastering Physics (available for Fall 2020 classes)
Hallmark features of Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach with Modern Physics
Build problem-solving skills and confidence
Promote a deeper and better-connected understanding
Gain knowledge in a variety of physics topics
Hallmark features of Mastering Physics. Learn more about Mastering Physics.
Teach your course your way:
Empower each learner:
Deliver trusted content:
Improve student results: When you teach with Mastering, student performance often improves. Thats why instructors have chosen Mastering for over 15 years, touching the lives of over 20 million students. Learn more in this efficacy report.
Highlights of the DIGITAL UPDATE for Mastering Physics (available for Fall 2020 classes)
I. Newton’s Laws
1. Concepts of Motion
2. Kinematics in One Dimension
3. Vectors and Coordinate Systems
4. Kinematics in Two Dimensions
5. Force and Motion
6. Dynamics I: Motion Along a Line
7. Newton’s Third Law
8. Dynamics II: Motion in a Plane
II. Conservation Laws
9. Work and Kinetic Energy
10. Interactions and Potential Energy
11. Impulse and Momentum
III. Applications of Newtonian Mechanics
12. Rotation of a Rigid Body
13. Newton’s Theory of Gravity
14. Fluids and Elasticity
IV. Oscillations and Waves
15. Oscillations
16. Traveling Waves
17. Superposition
V. Thermodynamics
18. A Macroscopic Description of Matter
19. Work, Heat, and the First Law of Thermodynamics
20. The Micro/Macro Connection
21. Heat Engines and Refrigerators
VI. Electricity and Magnetism
22. Electric Charges and Forces
23. The Electric Field
24. Gauss’s Law
25. The Electric Potential
26. Potential and Field
27. Current and Resistance
28. Fundamentals of Circuits
29. The Magnetic Field
30. Electromagnetic Induction
31. Electromagnetic Fields and Waves
32. AC Circuits
VII. Optics
33. Wave Optics
34. Ray Optics
35. Optical Instruments
VIII. Relativity and Quantum Physics
36. Relativity
37. The Foundations of Modern Physics
38. Quantization
39. Wave Functions and Uncertainty
40. One-Dimensional Quantum Mechanics
41. Atomic Physics
42. Nuclear Physics
Important: To use the test banks below, you must download the TestGen software from the TestGen website. If you need help getting started, read the tutorials on the TestGen site.
Pearson offers affordable and accessible purchase options to meet the needs of your students. Connect with us to learn more.
K12 Educators: Contact your Savvas Learning Company Account General Manager for purchase options. Instant Access ISBNs are for individuals purchasing with credit cards or PayPal.
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Format | Website | |
ISBN-13: | 9780136781585 | |
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Availability |
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ISBN-13: | 9780134067544 | |
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ISBN-13: | 9780134110585 | |
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ISBN-13: | 9780134110578 | |
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Knight
©2017  | Pearson
Knight
©2017  | Pearson  | 264 pp
Knight
©2017  | Pearson  | 504 pp
Knight
©2017  | Pearson  | 672 pp
Knight
©2017  | Pearson  | 1328 pp
Knight
©2017  | Pearson  | 1136 pp
Knight
©2017  | Pearson  | 1328 pp
Randy Knight taught introductory physics for 32 years at Ohio State University and California Polytechnic University, where he is Professor Emeritus of Physics. Professor Knight received a Ph.D. in physics from the University of California, Berkeley and was a post-doctoral fellow at the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics before joining the faculty at Ohio State University. It was at Ohio State that he began to learn about the research in physics education that, many years later, led to Five Easy Lessons: Strategies for Successful Physics Teaching and this book, as well as College Physics: A Strategic Approach, co-authored with Brian Jones and Stuart Field. Professor Knight’s research interests are in the field of laser spectroscopy and environmental science. When he’s not in front of a computer, you can find Randy hiking, sea kayaking, playing the piano, or spending time with his wife Sally and their six cats.
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