IM 643 - Physics of the Human Body

Credit(s): 2

This course provides an introduction to the fundamental concepts of physics and an understanding of how these principles relate to everyday life. The topics in this course include Newton’s laws, properties of matter, heat and thermodynamics, waves, electricity and magnetism, and fundamental quantum theory. Students will apply these principles using practical examples and facilitated discussions.

This course also introduces the concept of biophysics — the science that applies the laws and methods of physics to the study of biological phenomena — through a survey of its applications in modern medicine and a presentation and discussion of some of the more interesting hypotheses currently being researched with regards to biophysics and acupuncture theory. (Corequisite for students who have not taken General Physics prior to admission.)