Elementary Physics

MET PY 105

  • Critical Thinking
  • Quantitative Reasoning I
  • Scientific Inquiry I

Assumes a knowledge of algebra and trigonometry. Satisfies premedical requirements. Principles of classical and modern physics: mechanics, heat, light, electricity and magnetism, and atomic and nuclear physics. Fundamental concepts of energy; conservation laws, energy sources, and transformations. Lectures, discussions, and laboratory. Effective Fall 2019, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Scientific Inquiry I, Quantitative Reasoning I, Critical Thinking.

FALL 2025 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes

FALL 2025 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes

FALL 2025 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
S6 CAS 224 T 6:30 pm-8:00 pm In addition to the Lecture studio section (S1-S6), please also register for the placeholder discussion and lab sections (S7 and S8). These sections do not actually meet. If you have questions, please reach out to office@physics.bu.edu IMPORTANT: Students registered for PY105 should reserve Tuesdays from 6:30-8:15pm for up to six exams per semester.
S6 SCI B23 MW 6:30 pm-9:15 pm In addition to the Lecture studio section (S1-S6), please also register for the placeholder discussion and lab sections (S7 and S8). These sections do not actually meet. If you have questions, please reach out to office@physics.bu.edu IMPORTANT: Students registered for PY105 should reserve Tuesdays from 6:30-8:15pm for up to six exams per semester.

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