Physics (PHY)

PHY 105 -  Physics of the World Around Us  
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 Prerequisite(s): Placement into MTH 111, MTH 120 or MTH 131 or successful completion of any of these
Recommended Prerequisite(s): ENG 111
Corequisites: PHY 105L
PHY 105L -  Physics/World Around Us Lab  
Credit Hours: 0, Contact Hours: 0
Division: Science Math
See PHY 105 for course description.
Corequisites: PHY 105
PHY 121 -  General Physics I  
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 Prerequisite(s): MTH 122
Recommended Prerequisite(s): ENG 111
Corequisites: PHY 121L
PHY 121L -  General Physics I Lab  
Credit Hours: 0, Contact Hours: 0
Division: Science Math
See PHY 121 for course description.
Corequisites: PHY 121
PHY 122 -  General Physics II  
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 Prerequisite(s): PHY 121, PHY 121L, MTH 122
Recommended Prerequisite(s): ENG 111
Corequisites: PHY 122L
PHY 122L -  General Physics II Lab  
Credit Hours: 0, Contact Hours: 0
Division: Science Math
See PHY 122 for course description.
Corequisites: PHY 122
PHY 221 -  Problems & Princ.of Physics I  
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 Prerequisite(s): MTH 141
Recommended Prerequisite(s): ENG 111; MTH 142 may be taken concurrently
Corequisites: PHY 221L, PHY 221R
PHY 221L -  Prob./Prin. of Physics I Lab  
Credit Hours: 0, Contact Hours: 0
Division: Science Math
See PHY 221 for course description.
Corequisites: PHY 221, PHY 221R
PHY 221R -  Prob.& Princ. of Physics I Rec  
Credit Hours: 1, Contact Hours: 2
Division: Science Math
This course is a recitation to accompany lecture PHY 221. Group 1 course.
Corequisites: PHY 221, PHY 221L
PHY 222 -  Prob. & Princ. of Physics II  
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 Prerequisite(s): PHY 221, PHY 221L, PHY 221R, MTH 141
Recommended Prerequisite(s): ENG 111; MTH 142 may be taken concurrently
Corequisites: PHY 222L, PHY 222R
PHY 222L -  Prob./ Prin. of Physics II Lab  
Credit Hours: 0, Contact Hours: 0
Division: Science Math
See PHY 221/222 for course description.
Corequisites: PHY 222, PHY 222R
PHY 222R -  Prob. & Princ. of Physics II R  
Credit Hours: 1, Contact Hours: 2
Division: Science Math
This course is a recitation class to accompany PHY 222. Group 1 course.
Corequisites: PHY 222, PHY 222L