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. This cour se 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. Classroom Hours (3.00), Lab/Shop Hours (3.00) Requi site courses: Take One: MAT -271 (Required, Previous); MAT -272 (Required, Previous or concurrent) PHY -252 General Physics II (4. 00 cr.) This course uses calculus -based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include electrostatic forces, electric fields, electric potentials, direct -current circuits, magnetostatic forces, magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction, alternating- current circuits, and light. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem -solving ability fo r the topics covered. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science. Thi