Physics
Degrees and Certificates
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Physics, A.S.
Course Descriptions
PHY 115: Technical Physics
Technical physics is a one-semester survey of physics using college algebra. Major topics include Newton’s laws of motion, work and energy, thermodynamics, waves and sound, and basic electricity. This course is for non-science majors pursuing a degree in a technical program. Laboratory is required.
PHY 201: General Physics I—Trigonometry-Based
This course is designed to cover general physics using college algebra and basic trigonometry. Specific topics include kinematics, Newton’s laws of motion, conservation of momentum and energy, and the laws of thermodynamics. The contributions of physics to modern technology and society are considered. A laboratory is required.
MTH 113 or equivalent.
PHY 202: General Physics II—Trigonometry based
This continuation course is designed to cover general physics using college algebra and basic trigonometry. Specific topics include wave mechanics, electromagnetism, light, and optics. The contributions of physics to modern technology and society are considered. A laboratory is required.
PHY 205: Recitation in General Physics I - Trigonometry Based
One hour weekly purely for problem solving.
PHY 206: Recitation in General Physics II - Trigonometry Based
One hour weekly purely for problem solving.
PHY 216: Recitation in General Physics I - Calculus Based
One hour weekly purely for problem solving.
PHY 217: Recitation in General Physics II - Calculus Based
One hour weekly purely for problem solving.