GS 104 Physical Sci: Prin Of Physics
Survey course providing non-science majors a broad background in the fundamentals of physics. No previous science background required. May not be taken for credit if six or more hours of college level physics have been completed. There is no restriction on the order in which the courses are taken.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: MTH 065 Elementary Algebra or equivalent All Prerequisite must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Notes
Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course
General Education Requirements
AS Physical Science, AGS Math/Science, AAOT Science/Math Lab Course,
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Describe and apply the process of scientific inquiry. Solve problems using quantitative methods. Use a variety of tools to collect data related to physical phenomena. Analyze data and present conclusions from experiments related to physical phenomena. Describe motion and forces using appropriate language and diagrams. Describe and use the concept of conserved quantities to solve problems. Solve conceptual problems related to two additional topics in physics from such areas as: waves and oscillations, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, and special relativity.