College & University Physics Tutoring in Honolulu and Oʻahu

Individual instruction in algebra-based General Physics and calculus-based University Physics.

Instruction is available for algebra-based General Physics and calculus-based University Physics, including mechanics, electricity and magnetism, waves, optics, thermodynamics, and introductory modern physics. Support may focus on specific assignments or examinations, difficult prerequisite material, systematic course support, or preparation for a more advanced physics course. In-person sessions are available in Honolulu and on Oʻahu, with online tutoring throughout Hawaiʻi and nationwide.

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College & University Physics Courses

Instruction is available in the following introductory college and university physics courses:

General Physics I / University Physics I

General Physics I / University Physics I

Introductory mechanics in either algebra-based or calculus-based form, emphasizing physical reasoning, mathematical relationships, graphical interpretation, and structured problem solving.

Selected Topics
Units and dimensional analysisVectorsKinematicsNewton’s lawsWork and energyMomentumRotational motionGravitation and oscillations
General Physics II / University Physics II

General Physics II / University Physics II

Electricity and magnetism, waves, and optics, presented at the mathematical level of the student’s course.

Selected Topics
Electric charge and electric fieldsElectric potentialCapacitanceDC circuitsMagnetic fieldsElectromagnetic inductionWavesGeometric and physical optics
Thermodynamics

Thermodynamics

Introductory thermal physics and thermodynamics, including energy transfer, thermodynamic processes, ideal-gas behavior, and the interpretation of state variables.

Selected Topics
Temperature and thermal equilibriumHeat and calorimetryIdeal gasesKinetic theoryFirst law of thermodynamicsThermodynamic processesHeat engines and refrigeratorsEntropy at the introductory level
Introductory Modern Physics

Introductory Modern Physics

Introductory twentieth-century physics covering the transition from classical ideas to relativity, quantum concepts, atomic structure, and nuclear physics.

Selected Topics
Special relativityPhotons and the photoelectric effectMatter wavesAtomic spectraBohr and quantum modelsIntroductory quantum mechanicsNuclear structureRadioactivity and nuclear reactions