Essential University Physics (2nd Edition) - Softcover

Wolfson, Richard

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0321696921 ISBN 13: 9780321696922

Publisher: Addison-Wesley, 2011

Synopsis

Richard Wolfson’s Essential University Physics, Second Edition is a concise and progressive calculus-based physics textbook that offers clear writing, great problems, and relevant real-life applications. This text is a compelling and affordable alternative for professors who want to focus on the fundamentals and bring physics to life for their students.

 

Essential University Physics focuses on the fundamentals of physics, teaches sound problem-solving skills, emphasizes conceptual understanding, and makes connections to the real world. The presentation is concise without sacrificing a solid introduction to calculus-based physics. New pedagogical elements have been introduced that incorporate proven results from physics education research. Features such as annotated figures and step-by-step problem-solving strategies help students master concepts and solve problems with confidence.

 

The Second Edition features dramatically revised and updated end-of-chapter problem sets, significant content updates, new Conceptual Examples, and additional Applications, all of which serve to foster student understanding and interest.

 

Essential University Physics is offered as two paperback volumes, available shrink-wrapped together, or for sale individually.

About this title

About the Author

Richard Wolfson is Professor of Physics at Middlebury College.

Edition details

• Publisher: Addison-Wesley
• Publication date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0321696921
• ISBN 13: 9780321696922
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 848