Pre- and Co-requisites:

Working knowledge of high school level algebra and trigonometry is required. Calculus will also be used. Calculus is covered in the co-requisite course (MAT 285 or MAT 295). Useful formulae are summarized in Appendix B of the textbook. Math department runs Math Clinic in the Reading Room of Carnegie (hours are posted on the door) if you need assistance with math.
Students are also required to enroll in the laboratory course PHY 221 . Your grade in PHY 211 may be withheld if you don't co-register for the laboratory. Prof. Foster (tel 443-9220, E-mail: kwfoster@syr.edu ) is in charge of the PHY221 course.