PHYSICS 1248
Mechanics, Work, and Energy
4 cr
PHYSICS 1248 is the first course in a two-course series, for students in physical sciences, mathematics, and engineering. This course covers rotational dynamics, fluids, thermal dynamics, and vibrational motion. The physics content in relation to these topics is covered in the same depth and rigor as in PHYSICS 1250. The combination of PHYSICS 1248 + PHYSICS 1249 is equivalent to PHYSICS 1250. Concur: Math 1120, 1140, 1148, 1149, or 1150 or higher; or Math Placement Level M. Not open to students with credit for 1250.
Sections
9
Instructors
1
Enrolled
63
Open
9
Instructors
Sections in Autumn 2026
| # | Sec | Instructor | Hist. GPA | Days/Time | Room | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27911 | 1720 | Jackie Chini | — | TR 11:30 am-12:25 pm | SM 1153 1153 | Open · 7 enrolled |
| 27912 | 1721 | TBA | — | F 1:50 pm-3:55 pm | SM 1077 1077A | Open · 7 enrolled |
| 27913 | 1722 | TBA | — | W 4:10 pm-5:05 pm | MP 1005 1005 | Open · 7 enrolled |
| 27914 | 1723 | TBA | — | F 1:50 pm-3:55 pm | SM 1077 1077C | Open · 7 enrolled |
| 27915 | 1724 | TBA | — | W 4:10 pm-5:05 pm | SM 1042 1042 | Open · 7 enrolled |
| 27916 | 1725 | TBA | — | F 4:10 pm-6:15 pm | SM 1077 1077A | Open · 7 enrolled |
| 27917 | 1726 | TBA | — | W 5:20 pm-6:15 pm | SM 2180 2180 | Open · 7 enrolled |
| 27918 | 1727 | TBA | — | F 4:10 pm-6:15 pm | SM 1077 1077C | Open · 7 enrolled |
| 27919 | 1728 | TBA | — | W 5:20 pm-6:15 pm | SO E241 E241 | Open · 7 enrolled |