Covers topics in introductory physics, including kinematics, vectors, 2-D motion, force, circular motion, work, energy, and momentum. Through labs and collaborative group work, students will develop conceptual understanding, problem-solving abilities, and the ability to communicate physics concepts effectively to others. Students should have good mathematical skills including algebra and trigonometry.
All students will participate in in-person lectures, workshops, and hands-on labs for 4 credits. Students taking 5 credits will complete additional computational physics lab exercises that complement the other course material.
Taking the Physics I, II, III course sequence provides the equivalent of a standard introductory algebra-based physics sequence. Students who have taken or are currently taking calculus have the option to earn calculus-based physics credits.
Anticipated Credit Equivalencies:
4 or 5 - Physics I with Lab
Registration
Algebra skills up to and including trigonometry.
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Academic Details
physics, sciences, math, science and math teaching, medicine and allied health fields
$50 required lab use fee
Schedule
Revisions
| Date | Revision |
|---|---|
| 2024-09-23 | The title of this course has been changed (Previously College Physics I). An additional 4-credit option has been added, and Krishna Chowdary has joined teaching team for 5-credit option only. Additionally, the course is now fully in person (was hybrid). |