Resources and Materials:

To ensure success in both the lecture and laboratory portions of the course, students should

bring the following to every class:

• Lab Notebook: A dedicated composition notebook used exclusively for formal lab reports.

• Physics Notebook: A binder or large notebook for lecture notes and handouts, supplemented with loose-leaf paper for weekly assignments.

• Scientific Calculator: Necessary for complex calculations (ensure familiarity with trigonometric functions).

• Writing & Drafting Tools: Pens, pencils, and a small ruler for graphing and vector diagrams.