Introductory Physics with Calculus: Mastering Problem-Solving - Softcover

Barrett, Thomas

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0471739103 ISBN 13: 9780471739104

Verlag: Wiley, 2012

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This brief, paperback book is for students taking introductory physics where calculus is a prerequisite.  For most students the key challenge in University Physics is learning how to solve problems.  University Physics as a Second Language™ presents, in simple everyday language, a few easy-to-understand problem-solving approaches that can be applied to a wide range of physics problem types.

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Tom Barrett is a lecturer at Ohio State University where he teaches calculus-based introductory physics.

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Get a better grade in Physics

Solving physics problems can be challenging at times. But with hard work and the right study tools, you can learn the language of physics and get the grade you want. With Tom Barrett’s University Physics as a Second Language™: Mastering Problem Solving, you’ll be able to better understand fundamental physics concepts, solve a variety of problems, and focus on what you need to know to succeed.

Here’s how you can get a better grade in physics:

Understand the basic concepts
University Physics as a Second Language™ focuses on selected topics in calculus-based physics to give you a solid foundation. Tom Barrett explains these topics in clear, easy-to-understand language.

Break problems down into simple steps
University Physics as a Second Language™ teaches you to approach problems more efficiently and effectively. You’ll learn how to recognize common patterns in physics problems, break problems down into manageable steps, and apply appropriate techniques.
The book takes you step-by-step through the solutions to numerous examples.

Improve your problem-solving skills
University Physics as a Second Language™ will help you develop the skills you need to solve a variety of problem types. You’ll learn timesaving problem-solving strategies that will help you focus your efforts, as well as how to avoid potential pitfalls.

Solving physics problems can be challenging at times. But with hard work and the right study tools, you can learn the language of physics and get the grade you want. With Tom Barrett’s University Physics as a Second Language™: Mastering Problem Solving, you’ll be able to better understand fundamental physics concepts, solve a variety of problems, and focus on what you need to know to succeed.

Here’s how you can get a better grade in physics:

Understand the basic concepts
University Physics as a Second Language™ focuses on selected topics in calculus-based physics to give you a solid foundation. Tom Barrett explains these topics in clear, easy-to-understand language.

Break problems down into simple steps
University Physics as a Second Language™ teaches you to approach problems more efficiently and effectively. You’ll learn how to recognize common patterns in physics problems, break problems down into manageable steps, and apply appropriate techniques.
The book takes you step-by-step through the solutions to numerous examples.

Improve your problem-solving skills
University Physics as a Second Language™ will help you develop the skills you need to solve a variety of problem types. You’ll learn timesaving problem-solving strategies that will help you focus your efforts, as well as how to avoid potential pitfalls.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Wiley
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2012
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 0471739103
• ISBN 13: 9780471739104
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Auflage: 1
• Anzahl der Seiten: 272
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Wiley-VCH GmbH; product_safety@wiley.com; ; Boschstrasse 12; Weinheim; 69469; Deutschland