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PHYS 220 - General Physics I

4 Credits
Nature plays by a set of rules called the “laws of physics.” In this two-term sequence, (PHYS 220 and  PHYS 230 - General Physics II  ), we will explore the cosmos, and humanity’s place in it, as revealed by these fundamental laws of nature. Topics include: the history and philosophy of science, motion, force, gravity, energy, work, momentum, rotational systems, thermodynamics and Einstein’s special theory of relativity. Three hours of lecture, three hours laboratory per week. Laboratory fee applies. (LAS) (SI) (Core:Science)
Prerequisite(s): MATH 170 - Calculus I  or permission of the instructor
Corequisite(s): PHYS 220 lab

 
Other: Students with credit for PHYS 130 will be unable to earn credit for this course.


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