PHYS 101 General Physics I

Introduction to mechanics, kinematics, dynamics, Newton's law, energy, momentum, rotation, waves and sound. Recommended for students in science fields not requiring calculus-based physics. Includes lab. Prerequisite: MATH 099 or equivalent. (NSL)

Credits

5

Outcomes

1. Apply Newton's laws of motion
2. Apply principles of potential energy, kinetic energy, and conservation of mechanical energy
3. List three pre/early contact pieces of evidence of the systematic study of physics
4. Apply principles of waves and sound
5. Demonstrate how to use control of variables
6. Write an operational definition
7. Work collaboratively
8. Keep a scientific journal
9. Make estimations and check results for reasonability
10. Draw conclusions based on experimental data
11. Convert between different units of measurement