Physics (PHY)
Credit Hours: 4, Contact Hours: 5
Division: Science Math
This course is an introduction to the fundamental principles developed to describe the physical universe. In particular, the subjects of mechanics, heat, electricity and magnetism, waves, and light are surveyed. The development of conceptual understanding and critical-thinking skills is emphasized. Group 1 lab course. Quantitative Reasoning.
Required Prerequisites: MTH 23
Recommended Prerequisites: ENG 111
Corequisites: PHY 105L
Credit Hours: 4, Contact Hours: 6
Division: Science Math
This is the first course in a two semester sequence in General Physics. Topics include kinematics, Newton's Laws, conservation of momentum, conservation of energy, rotational motion, oscillations, and fluids. The laboratory covers the preceding topics in parallel with the lecture whenever possible. The development of conceptual understanding and problem solving skills is emphasized. Group 1 lab course. Quantitative Reasoning.
Required Prerequisites: MTH 122
Recommended Prerequisites: ENG 111
Corequisites: PHY 121L
Credit Hours: 4, Contact Hours: 6
Division: Science Math
This course is a continuation of PHY 121. Topics include thermodynamics, waves, electricity, electric circuits, magnetism, and optics. The laboratory covers the preceding topics in parallel with the lecture whenever possible. The development of conceptual understanding and problem solving skills is emphasized. Group 1 lab course. Quantitative Reasoning.
Required Prerequisites: PHY 121, PHY 121L, MTH 122
Recommended Prerequisites: ENG 111
Corequisites: PHY 122L
Credit Hours: 4, Contact Hours: 5
Division: Science Math
This course is the first semester of a two-semester course sequence primarily intended for those students preparing for engineering, science, or math careers. Topics include kinematics, Newton's Laws, conservation of momentum, conservation of energy, rotational motion, oscillations, and fluids. The development of conceptual understanding and problem-solving skills are emphasized. Computers are used for data acquisition and analysis. The laboratory covers the preceding topics in parallel with the lecture whenever possible. Group 1 lab course. Quantitative Reasoning.
Required Prerequisites: MTH 141, may be taken concurrently
Recommended Prerequisites: ENG 111
Credit Hours: 4, Contact Hours: 5
Division: Science Math
This course is a continuation of PHY 221. Topics include thermodynamics, waves, electricity, electric circuits, magnetism and optics. The laboratory covers the preceding topics in parallel with the lecture whenever possible. The development of conceptual understanding and problem solving skills is emphasized. Group 1 lab course. Quantitative Reasoning.
Required Prerequisites: PHY 221, PHY 221L, PHY 221R, MTH 141
Recommended Prerequisites: ENG 111