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PHYSICS COURSES
PHYSICS (PHYS)
PHYS 100 Concepts of Physics Spring BD 3 credits
Concurrent registration in PHYS 100L is required. An introduction to physics with applications in everyday life. Material is presented from a conceptual rather than mathematical viewpoint. A few fundamental physical laws are studied and applied to explain a wide range of everyday phenomena. The course is designed for students who have a limited mathematical background. Prerequisites: None.
PHYS 100L Concepts of Physics Lab Spring BD 1 credit
Concurrent registration in PHYS 100 is required. Two hours of lab per week. Laboratory to accompany PHYS 100.
PHYS 110 Introductory Astronomy Fall 3 credits
Concurrent registration in PHYS 110L is required. Brief history of ancient astronomy; the Copernican revolution and the beginning of modern astronomy (Copernicus, Kepler, Galileo, Newton); the appearance of the night sky, revolution and rotation of the Earth, celestial coordinate systems, the calendar and seasons; the nature of light and telescopes; structure and origin of the solar system; the Earth, atmospheric phenomena (rainbows, haloes, aurora, etc.) the Moon; the planets and their satellites; comets and solar system debris (asteroids and meteorites); distances and motions of the stars; formation of stellar spectra; the Sun; evolution of ordinary stars; evolution of massive stars and supernovae; neutron stars, pulsars and black holes; the Milky Way and other galaxies; the expanding universe, quasars and cosmology.
PHYS 110L Introductory Astronomy Lab Fall 1 credit
The lab will include topics that support the lecture (PHYS 110). Labs meet two hours per week. (Concurrent registration in PHYS 100 is required.
PHYS 200 Selected Topics in Physics BD 1-3 credits
This course will be offered on demand to qualified students. Topics dependent upon individual student interest. A documented report is expected from the students. A maximum of four (4) credits may be earned in this manner.
PHYS 211-212 College Physics I-II 211 Fall 212 Spring 3 credits each
PHYS 211 is a prerequisite for 212. Concurrent registration in PHYS 211L for 211; PHYS 212L for 212 is required. Recommended course sequence for pre-medical students. Topics include: Kinematics, mechanics, thermodynamics, waves, electricity and magnetism, and optics. Prerequisites: College algebra or equivalent, trigonometry recommended.
PHYS 211L-212L College Physics I-II Lab 211L Fall 212L Spring 1 credit each
Concurrent registration in PHYS 211 for PHYS 211L; PHYS 212 for PHYS 212L is required. Three hours of lab per week. Laboratories to accompany PHYS 211 and 212.
PHYS 251-252 University Physics I-II 251 Fall 252 Spring 4 credits each
Concurrent registration in PHYS 251L for 251; PHYS 252L for 252 is required. Classical physics using calculus for majors in mathematics, physical sciences and engineering. Topics may include: kinematics, mechanics, thermodynamics, waves, electricity and magnetism, and optics. Prerequisites: MATH 165 for 251, MATH 166 for 252. 251 is prerequisite for 252.
PHYS 251L-252L University Physics I-II Lab 251L Fall 252L Spring 1 credit each
Concurrent registration in PHYS 251 for PHYS 251L; PHYS 252 for PHYS 252L is required. Three hours of lab per week. Laboratories to accompany PHYS 251 and 252.
PHYS 294 Independent Study 1-3 credits
Independent or directed study of special topics in physics. Department chairperson approval is required.
PHYS 299 Special Topics in Physics BD 1-3 credits
Repeatable up to six semester hours. An examination of special topics in physics.
PHYS 195-295 Service Learning 1-3 credits
Maximum of six semester hours. Service learning may be accomplished by one of three methods: Joining a club that has a public service component, doing volunteer work at a non-profit organization, or taking a course that links public service with its curriculum.
PHYS 197-297 Cooperative Education/lnternship F&S SM 1-3 credit hours each
Repeatable up to a maximum of six hours. Work hours are arranged by employer, advisor and student. Progress is checked by oral and written reports from the employer. Periodic student-advisor conferences are required to discuss progress or problems. Students are required to submit an accounting of their experiences to their instructor. All co-op experiences are based on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis. Department chair approval is required.
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