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PHYS 2426 University Physics II

The resources on this guide cover the fundamental principles of physics for science, computer science, and engineering majors.

Below are some selected ebooks and quick reference guides that will assist you with physics concepts. 

To Find More Ebooks in the TCC Library: 

1. Begin on the Library homepage at https://library.tccd.edu/ 

2. Scroll down to the box on the left that says TCC Catalog

3. Select the "Ebooks" button 

4. Type what you want to find in the search box, such as "force," and click the Search button

5. Click the Available Online link on the ebook you want, and then click the link under Full text Availability 

General Physics Ebooks

50 Physics Ideas You Really Need to Know book cover

50 Physics Ideas You Really Need to Know

Uncover the physics all around us, from basic concepts like gravity, light, and energy to the complexities of quantum theory, chaos, and dark energy.

Abc of Physics: A Very Brief Guide book cover

Abc of Physics: A Very Brief Guide

This little book concentrates on the foundations of modern physics and its most fundamental constants.

No-Frills Physics book cover

No-Frills Physics

This textbook provides everything you need to get through a basic physics course. It guides students through all the essentials with a concise review of the concept, simple illustrations to demonstrate it, worked problems to showcase how to apply it, and a short quiz for self-testing.

Penguin Dictionary of Physics, 4th ed. book cover

Penguin Dictionary of Physics, 4th ed.

Provides clear and concise definitions for every area of physics--from optics and acoustics to mechanics and electronics, via quantum theory and relativity.

Physics: The First Science book cover

Physics: The First Science

Physics: The First Science offers uniquely accessible, student-friendly explanations, historical and philosophical perspectives, and mathematics in easy-to-comprehend dialogue.

Physics Essentials for Dummies book cover

Physics Essentials for Dummies

Physics Essentials For Dummies contains key topics only. It provides discrete explanations of critical concepts taught in an introductory physics course, from force and motion to momentum and kinetics.

Physics Terminology graphic

Physics Terminology

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Specific Topics in Physics

Basic Electronics: Theory and Practice book cover

Basic Electronics: Theory and Practice

This updated edition leads the reader through an introductory understanding of the science underlying electronics, building basic circuits, learning the roles of the components, applying digital theory, and exploring opportunities for innovation by combining sensors, motors, and microcontrollers.

Circuit Analysis for Dummies book cover

Circuit Analysis for Dummies

By covering topics such as resistive circuits, Kirchhoff's laws, equivalent sub-circuits, and energy storage, this book distinguishes itself as the perfect aid for any student taking a circuit analysis course.

Fundamental Math and Physics for Scientists and Engineers book cover

Fundamental Math and Physics for Scientists and Engineers

Provides a concise overview of the core undergraduate physics and applied mathematics curriculum for students and practitioners of science and engineering

Physics Lab Experiments book cover

Physics Lab Experiments

This new book aims to guide students through their compulsory undergraduate laboratory courses. The rationale behind this book is to show students and interested readers the value and beauty of a carefully planned and executed experiment, and to help them develop the skills to carry out experiments themselves.

Tales of the Quantum book cover

Tales of the Quantum

Everything, including atoms, is made of highly unified or "coherent" bundles of energy called "quanta" that (like everything else) obey certain rules. In the case of the quantum, these rules are called "quantum physics." This is a book about quanta and their unexpected, some would say peculiar, behavior.