PHY 251 General Physics I

This course uses calculus-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include units and measurement, vector operations, linear kinematics and dynamics, energy, power, momentum, rotational mechanics, periodic motion, fluid mechanics, and heat. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered.

Course Short Name

PHY 251

CIS Course ID

S12543

Effective Term

Summer 1997

College Transfer

This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science.

Minimum State Prerequisites

MAT 271

Minimum State Corequisites

MAT 272

Class Hours

3

Lab Hours

3

Clinical Hours

0

Work Hours

0

Credit Hours

4

Projected Courses Offered

Format Offered:
I  (Internet),    D (Traditional Day),      N (Traditional Night),    - (waiting for college update),
H (Hybrid: mostly online with a reduced number of meetings. Contact institution for details),

This schedule is provided for planning purposes and is subject to change. Students should contact institutions to learn admission procedures, application deadlines and local prerequisites.