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Course Outline
PHYS& 110
Physics Non-Science Majors with Lab
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| Credits: 5 |
Clock Hours per Quarter: 60
AA Discipline: [Natural Sciences]
Lecture Hours:40
Lab Hours:20
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Description
Survey course in physics for the non-science or undecided major. Emphasis on conceptual understanding rather than computation. Topics include motion, forces, the concept of work and energy, physical states of matter, principles of thermodynamics, basic electricity and magnetism, and atomic and nuclear structure. Lab work required. Prerequisites: MATH 074C; appropriate placement score or grade of C or higher in ENGL 087; or permission of the Science Division Chair or designee. Recommended: READ 088 or higher. Formerly PHYS 110, Conceptual Physics. |
Intended Learning Outcomes
Apply Newton's Laws as they relate to motion and forces
Describe the significance of conservation of momentum and energy
Use simple equations in physics to show how physical quantities are related to each other
Describe how the physics presented in the classroom connects with the physics of everyday experiences
Investigate physics concepts by performing laboratory experiences with emphasis on observation and precise communication
Develop abstract thinking by exploring less tangible topics of physics
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Course Topics
Newton's Laws of Motion
One-dimensional motion including velocity and acceleration
Momentum and Impulse
Gravity
Projectile Motion
Rotational Motion
SI Units
Other topics of interest including:
Nature of Matter
Heat
Sound
Electricity and Magnetism
Light
Atomic and Nuclear Physics
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Syllabi
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Instructor |
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| PHYS& 110 |
Fall 2012 |
1860 |
Frank Skorina |
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Two Year Projected Schedule
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Winter |
Spring |
Summer |
Mini |
Fall |
Winter |
Spring |
Summer |
Mini |
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*If fall quarter starts on an odd year (2003, 2005, etc.), it's Year One.
**If fall quarter starts on an even year (2002, 2004, etc.), it's Year Two.
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