Courses

PHYS1401
College Physics I: Mechanics and Heat
Physics 1401 and 1402 are designed to meet the needs of students who need one year of algebra/trigonometry - based physics. An introduction to the concepts and problems of classical mechanics and heat and thermodynamics, enriched with modern physics concepts. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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PHYS1402
College Physics II:Sound,Electricity,Magnetism,Light,&Modern Physics
Physics 1401 and 1402 are designed to meet the needs of students who need one year of algebra/trigonometry - based physics. Completes one year of physics. Includes an introduction to the concepts and problems of wave motion, sound, electricity and magnetism, light, and modern physics. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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PHYS1405
General Physics I
An elementary course in fundamental concepts of mechanics, heat, gravitation and sound with emphasis on the scientific approach to solving problems. For elementary education, liberal arts, and other non-science majors and students. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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PHYS1407
General Physics II
An elementary course in fundamental concepts of electricity, magnetism, light, and modern physics with emphasis on the scientific approach to solving problems. For elementary education, liberal arts, and other non-science majors and students. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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PHYS1411
Introductory Astronomy I
An introductory course, will concentrate on the origin, life, and fate of the solar system, the various bodies in the solar system (planets, satellites, meteors, comets, and asteroids), the solar system mechanics. Theories about the structure and origin of the solar system, with emphasis on recent discoveries will be included. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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PHYS1412
Introductory Astronomy II
An introductory course, will concentrate on the origin, life and fate of the stars and the universe, the various objects in the universe, the exploration of the universe by astronomers, and the understanding of the principles that lie behind the functioning of the universe. Discussion of atomic spectra, nuclear energy, and astronomical tools (such as optical, radio, and other telescopes and image enhancers) as they provide knowledge about distant objects will be included. Recent discoveries about quasars, black holes, and cosmology will be emphasized. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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PHYS1415
Physical Science
This course emphasizes the fundamental principles in physics, chemistry, geology, astronomy, meteorology, and environmental science. Emphasis is placed on the interrelationships among these various fields of science using an inquiry approach. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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PHYS2425
Mechanics and Heat
Principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, kinetic theory of gases, and mechanics of solids and fluids; also engineering applications of physical principles by means of computer numerical methods; primarily for science, mathematics, and engineering students. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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PHYS2426
Electricity, Optics and Waves
Principles of electricity and magnetism, geometrical and physical optics, wave motion and sound, and introductory quantum theory; primarily for physical science, mathematics, and engineering majors. Lecture Hrs = 3, Lab Hrs = 3
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