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PHY 201 Physics I

Lec: 3.0 Lab: 3.0 Credit: 4.0

This is the first in a two-semester sequence of non-calculus-based physics courses. Topics covered in the sequence include mechanics, wave motion, sound, heat, electromagnetism, optics and modern physics. The first semester focuses on mechanics, gravity, fluids, thermodynamics, mechanical waves and sound. Laboratory exercises supplement lectures.

Prerequisite

MAT 111
or
MAT 112
or

MAT 115
Students may not receive credit for both PHY 201 and PHY 221. The prerequisite for this course should have been completed in the last five years.

Course Offered

Fall
Spring
Summer

Grade Type

Letter Grade

Division

Science and Mathematics