Physics Problem Solving in Excel: Work, Energy, and Circular Motion

Many students and aspiring engineers struggle to bridge the gap between abstract physics formulas and practical, visual computations. This text-based course shows you how to use Excel as a powerful computational engine to solve and simulate core physics concepts. By translating equations into dynamic spreadsheets, you will gain a deeper, intuitive grasp of classical mechanics. You will transition from memorizing formulas to building interactive numerical models that calculate physical outcomes automatically. This approach helps you analyze complex scenarios, verify homework solutions, and build a strong foundation for competitive engineering exams. What you'll learn: - Understand the foundational definitions of work, kinetic and potential energy, and conservative forces. - Build Excel models to calculate work done by constant and variable forces. - Simulate linear and circular motion scenarios using step-by-step numerical integration. - Apply formulas for power, efficiency, and energy conservation to real-world engineering problems. - Analyze centripetal acceleration and rotational dynamics using dynamic spreadsheet formulas. - Design structured, clean spreadsheets that model physical systems with clear input and output variables. This course begins with essential physics terminology and Excel formatting basics before moving into hands-on modeling scenarios. You will progress from simple algebraic calculations to simulating multi-stage mechanical systems. This course is designed for beginners in both physics and Excel, with no prior programming or advanced spreadsheet experience required. Start modeling physics principles and elevate your analytical skills today.