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Physics is a fundamental science. All other sciences (and most
technologies) find their roots in physics. Physics principles
are logical and simple and yet far-reaching in their
application.
Introduction to Physics
- is a survey course designed to introduce and enhance a
student’s understanding of elementary physics. This course
emphasizes a more conceptual and less mathematical approach to
physics. The introductory physics course is a good beginning
science while the general physics and engineering physics
courses give strong backgrounds in classical physics (i.e.,
mechanics, energy, work, electricity, magnetism, thermodynamics,
optics, and waves) and a brief introduction to modern physics
(i.e., relativity and quantum mechanics).
General Physics
- I, II, III - are non-calculus based, intended for non-science
majors. These courses can be used to satisfy a general or
non-calculus based physics requirement at a university.
Engineering Physics
- I, II, III are calculus based, intended for the transfer
student majoring in mathematics, physics, chemistry, or
engineering. The sequence of subjects are similar to the general
physics sequence but the topics are considered from a more
rigorous mathematical viewpoint. These courses can be used to
satisfy an engineering or calculus-based physics requirement at
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