PHYS - 101 College Physics

Credits: 4

Prerequisites
Completion of MATH 121 with a grade of B or higher or placement into a Level 4 or 5 Math Course.

College Physics is an introductory physics course (using algebra and trigonometry, but not calculus) commonly taken by general students and those planning to major in various life science areas. This is not intended for those students who are planning to major in engineering or the physical sciences. Topics covered in PHYS 101 include kinematics, Newton’s laws, energy and momentum conservation, and rotational motion. Topics covered in PHYS 102 include, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism. Special emphasis is placed on developing problem solving skills using multiple representations. Extensive use is made of microcomputer-based laboratories. Students who take PHYS 101-PHYS 102 cannot receive credit for PHYS 201-PHYS 202.

Notes
PHYS 101 must be completed prior to enrolling in PHYS 102.