PHYS-131: General Physics I (2017-2018)

Catalog Info

Effective Term
Winter 2015
WebAdvisor Title
General Physics
Credit Hours
4.00
Contact Hours Per Week
6 (for 15-week classes)
Course Description

Introduces the principles of physics, including units on mechanics, heat, and sound. Partially fulfills the physics requirement in pre-medicine, pre-dentistry, teaching, and law. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week.

Pre-requisites
MATH-103 or MATH-112 or MATH-175 with a C or better or placement into MATH-180 on the placement test.
Course Satisfies MACRAO Requirements
Yes
MTA Categories
  • Category 6.1: Natural Sciences
  • Category 6.2: Natural Sciences with Laboratory Experience
General Education Categories
  • Natural Sciences