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New Physics Courses: Calculus-based Physics
If
a science education is your goal, then you want to take
at least two semesters of calculus-based physics (PHYS
281, 282). If you want to go into engineering or one
of the physical sciences, then you should take all three
semesters of calculus-based physics (PHYS 281, 282,
and 283). These replace the 4 course calculus-based
physics sequence PHYS 271, 272, 273 and 274.
These are courses for the "major leagues" where medical schools and graduate schools will look with favor upon your application. They offer a complete understanding of physics that our algebra-based physics courses lack (PHYS 171 and 172).
If your goal is science; then step up to the plate!
PHYS 281 General Physics I
4 s.h. ( 3
+ 2 )
Deals with composition of vectors, linear motion, kinematics, Newton's laws, work and energy, momentum, and rotation motion. In addition, equilibrium, gravitation, simple harmonic motion, heat and kinetic theory, and the 1st and 2nd laws of thermodynamics are covered. This course is recommended for students planning to transfer to four-year institutions as engineering, physical science, pre-med, and computer science majors. Four years of high school mathematics and one year of one year of high school physics are highly recommended for students enrolling in this course.
Prerequisites: None; Co-requisite: MATH 265
PHYS 282 General Physics II
4 s.h. ( 3 + 2 )
A continuation of Physics 281 dealing with waves, electric fields, potential, capacitance, AC and DC circuits, magnetic fields, electromagnetic waves, geometric optics, and interference and diffraction. This course is required for all students planning to transfer to four-year institutions as engineering, physical science, pre-med, and computer science majors.
Prerequisites: PHYS 281, MATH 265; Co-requisites: MATH 266
PHYS 283 General Physics III
4 s.h. ( 3 + 2 )
A continuation of calculus-based PHYS 281/PHYS 282 (General Physics I and II) dealing with modern physics. Topics covered include relativity, quantum mechanics, and atomic, nuclear, and particle physics. This course is highly recommended for all students planning to transfer to four-year institutions as engineering or physical science majors and is also recommended for pre-med and computer science majors.
Prerequisites: PHYS 282, MATH 266 Co-requisites: MATH 267
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