PHY 101 |
Introduction to PhysicsA survey of physics emphasizing applications of modern life. 4 credits, (3 periods of lecture and 3 periods of lab) Prerequisites: Grade of "C" or better in MAT091, or MAT092, or MAT093, or equivalent. |
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PHY 111 |
General Physics IIncludes motion, energy, and properties of matter. 4 credits, (3 periods of lecture and 3 periods of lab Prerequisites: MAT182, or MAT187, or one year high school Trigonometry with a grade of "C" or better, or departmental approval. |
PHY 112 |
General Physics IIIncludes electricity, electromagnetism, and modern physics. 4 credits, (3 periods of lecture and 3 periods of lab) Prerequisites: PHY105 or PHY111 |
PHY 121 |
University Physics IMechanics: Kinematics, Newton's laws, work, energy, momentum, conservation laws, dynamics of particles, solids, fluids, mechanical waves, and sound. 4 credits, (3 periods of lecture and 3 periods of lab) Prerequisites: MAT220, or MAT221, or departmental approval. One year of high school physics or PHY111 and PHY112 suggested but not required. |
PHY 131 |
University Physics IIElectricity and Magnetism: Electric charge and current, electric and magnetic fields in vacuum and in materials, and induction. AC circuits, displacement current, and electromagnetic waves. 4 credits, (3 periods of lecture and 3 periods of lab) Prerequisites: MAT230, or MAT231, or departmental approval, and PHY112. |
PHY 241 |
University Physics IIIThermodynamics, Optics, and Wave Phenomena: Heat, entropy, and laws of thermodynamics; wave propagation; geometrical and physical optics; introduction to special relativity. 4 credits (3 periods) Prerequisites: PHY131. |
PHY 282A |
Volunteerism for Physical ScienceService-learning field experience within human services organizations, government offices, public schools, or hospitals. May be repeated for a total of six(6) PHY282 credit hours; may not repeat specific agency assignment for more than three(3) credit hours. Standard grading available according to procedures outlined in catalog. 1 credit, (1 period) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor |
PHS 110 |
Fundamentals of Physical ScienceSurvey of the principles of physics and chemistry. 4 credits, (3 periods of lecture and 3 periods of lab) Prerequisites: Grade of "C" or better in MAT090, or MAT091, or MAT092, or MAT093, or equivalent, or satisfactory score on Math placement exam. |