PHY 180 - Bridges, Towers, and Skyscrapers

4 credits (Spring)

An investigation of large man-made structures (e.g., Brooklyn Bridge, Eiffel Tower, and Hancock Tower/Chicago), considering structural, social, and aesthetic aspects. The relationship between a structure’s form and its function is examined. Concepts from physics necessary for the quantitative analysis are presented. For current course content please see the variable topic course listing below or search the online live schedule of courses.

Prerequisite: MAT 124 or MAT 131, with grade, S, C, or better.
Note: Not offered every year.
Instructor: Cunningham