Physics: A beginners guide to Kinematics

Getting comfortable with vectors in physics

This course zeroes in on one foundational distinction in physics — the difference between a vector and a scalar — and uses it as the entry point into solving basic kinematics problems. It's taught by an instructor with 14 years of physics teaching experience.

Who it's for

Students encountering vectors for the first time who want a guided, example-driven explanation rather than a textbook definition.

Key takeaways

• The conceptual difference between vector and scalar quantities
• How to set up and solve simple vector-based physics problems
• Sample questions with fully worked-out answers to check your understanding

By keeping the scope narrow, the course aims to make sure this one concept is genuinely understood before it's applied to more complex kinematics work.