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PHYSICS
Initial student placement in developmental courses is based on individual college placement testing policies and procedures. Students should begin developmental course work at the appropriate level indicated by that college’s placement test.
Effective Term - Summer 1997 [1997*02] PHY 080 Intro to Physics Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None
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This course introduces applied principles of physics through hands-on activities and guided discussions. Emphasis is placed on basic graphical analysis, machines, friction, work, energy, power, hydraulics, heat transfer, and the gas laws. Upon completion, students should be able to use the basic language of physics and utilize problem-solving skills necessary for success in certificate-level physics courses.
Effective Term - Summer 1997 [1997*02] PHY 090 Developmental Physics Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None
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This course strengthens basic vocabulary and problem-solving skills in physics. Topics include an overview of the major divisions of physics, including mechanics, electricity, optics, and modern physics. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize fundamental physics principles and problem-solving skills necessary for success in collegelevel physics course.
Effective Term - Summer 1997 [1997*02] PHY 101 Fundamentals of Physics I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None
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This course introduces fundamental physical concepts with emphasis on applications. Topics include systems of units, problem-solving methods, graphical analyses, vectors, motion, forces, Newton's laws of motion, work, energy, power, momentum, and properties of matter. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles studied as applied to their specific programs. This course is intended for diploma programs.
Effective Term - Summer 1997 [1997*02] PHY 102 Fundamentals of Physics II Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None
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This course introduces fundamental physical concepts with emphasis on applications. Topics include systems of units, problem-solving methods, graphical analyses, electrostatics, AC and DC circuits, magnetism, transformers, AC and DC motors, and generators. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles studied as applied to their specific programs. This course is intended for diploma programs.
Combined Course Library PHY - 1
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Effective Term - Summer 1997 [1997*02] PHY 110 Conceptual Physics Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None
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This course provides a conceptually-based exposure to the fundamental principles and processes of the physical world. Topics include basic concepts of motion, forces, energy, heat, electricity, magnetism, and the structure of matter and the universe. Upon completion, students should be able to describe examples and applications of the principles studied. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. This course is also available through the Virtual Learning Community (VLC).
Effective Term - Summer 1997 [1997*02] PHY 110A Conceptual Physics Lab Prerequisites: None Corequisites: PHY 110
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This course is a laboratory for PHY 110. Emphasis is placed on laboratory experiences that enhance materials presented in PHY 110. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the laboratory experiences to the concepts presented in PHY 110. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics.
Effective Term - Summer 1997 [1997*02] PHY 121 Applied Physics I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None
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This algebra-based course introduces fundamental physical concepts as applied to industrial and service technology fields. Topics include systems of units, problem-solving methods, graphical analyses, vectors, motion, forces, Newton's laws of motion, work, energy, power, momentum, and properties of matter. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles studied as applied in industrial and service fields.
Effective Term - Summer 1997 [1997*02] PHY 122 Applied Physics II Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None
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This algebra-based course introduces fundamental physical concepts as applied to industrial and service technology fields. Emphasis is placed on systems of units, problem-solving methods, graphical analysis, static electricity, AC and DC circuits, magnetism, transformers, AC and DC motors, and generators. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles studied as applied in industrial and service fields.
Effective Term - Summer 1997 [1997*02] PHY 125 Health Sciences Physics Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None
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This course introduces fundamental physical principles as they apply to health technologies. Topics include motion, force, work, power, simple machines, and other topics as required by the students' area of study. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental principles covered as they relate to practical applications in the health sciences.
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Effective Term - Summer 2005 [2005*02] - CRC 03/09/05 PHY 131 Physics-Mechanics Prerequisites: MAT 121, MAT 161, MAT 171, or MAT 175 Corequisites: None
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This algebra/trigonometry-based course introduces fundamental physical concepts as applied to engineering technology fields. Topics include systems of units, problem-solving methods, graphical analysis, vectors, motion, forces, Newton's laws of motion, work, energy, power, momentum, and properties of matter. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the principles studied to applications in engineering technology fields.
Effective Term - Summer 1997 [1997*02] PHY 131 Physics-Mechanics Prerequisites: MAT 121 or MAT 161 Corequisites: None
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This algebra/trigonometry-based course introduces fundamental physical concepts as applied to engineering technology fields. Topics include systems of units, problem-solving methods, graphical analysis, vectors, motion, forces, Newton's laws of motion, work, energy, power, momentum, and properties of matter. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the principles studied to applications in engineering technology fields.
Effective Term - Summer 1997 [1997*02] PHY 132 Physics-Elec & Magnetism Prerequisites: PHY 131 Corequisites: None
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This algebra/trigonometry-based course is a study of fundamental physical concepts as applied to engineering technology fields. Topics include systems of units, problem-solving methods, graphical analysis, waves, electricity, magnetism, circuits, transformers, motors, and generators. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the principles studied to applications in engineering technology fields.
Effective Term - Summer 1997 [1997*02] PHY 133 Physics-Sound & Light Prerequisites: PHY 131 Corequisites: None
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This algebra/trigonometry-based course is a study of fundamental physical concepts as applied to engineering technology fields. Topics include systems of units, problem-solving methods, graphical analysis, wave motion, sound, light, and modern physics. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the principles studied to applications in engineering technology fields.
Effective Term - Summer 1997 [1997*02] PHY 140 Physics-Mech Structures Prerequisites: PHY 131 Corequisites: None
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This algebra/trigonometry-based course introduces the analysis of mechanical structures. Topics include equilibrium of two- and three-dimensional forces, centroids, center of gravity, and the analysis of trusses and frames. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze typical structural systems and calculate internal and external forces on structural members.
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Effective Term - Summer 1997 [1997*02] PHY 141 Fiber Optics Prerequisites: PHY 131 Corequisites: None
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This course provides a fundamental understanding of physical principles related to fiber optic systems. Topics include the nature of light, optical fibers, detectors, modulation formats, system design, physical optics, and optical communication. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental principles studied as they relate to practical applications of fiber optic systems.
Effective Term - Summer 1997 [1997*02] PHY 145 Geometrical Optics Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None
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This course introduces waves, energy, thermal properties of materials, and geometrical optics. Topics include thermal expansion, calorimetry, electromagnetic waves, geometrical optics, and other appropriate areas. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the concepts studied and relate them to practical applications.
Effective Term - Summer 2005 [2005*02] - CRC 03/09/05 PHY 151 College Physics I Prerequisites: MAT 161, MAT 171, or MAT 175 Corequisites: None
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This course uses algebra- and trigonometry-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include units and measurement, vectors, linear kinematics and dynamics, energy, power, momentum, 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 course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. This course is also available through the Virtual Learning Community (VLC). Effective Term – Fall 1997 [1997*03] PHY 151 College Physics I Prerequisites: MAT 161 or MAT 171 Corequisites: None
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This course uses algebra- and trigonometry-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include units and measurement, vectors, linear kinematics and dynamics, energy, power, momentum, 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 course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics.
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Effective Term - Summer 1997 [1997*02] PHY 151 College Physics I Prerequisites: MAT 162, MAT 172, or MAT 175 Corequisites: None
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This course uses algebra- and trigonometry-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include units and measurement, vectors, linear kinematics and dynamics, energy, power, momentum, 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 course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics.
Effective Term - Summer 1997 [1997*02] PHY 152 College Physics II Prerequisites: PHY 151 Corequisites: None
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This course uses algebra- and trigonometry-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 for the topics covered. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics.
Effective Term - Summer 1997 [1997*02] PHY 153 Modern Topics in Physics Prerequisites: PHY 151 Corequisites: None
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This course uses algebra- and trigonometry-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include atomic structure, nuclear processes, natural and artificial radioactivity, basic quantum theory, and special relativity. 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 course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
Effective Term - Summer 1997 [1997*02] PHY 251 General Physics I Prerequisites: MAT 271 Corequisites: MAT 272
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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 course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. This course is also available through the Virtual Learning Community (VLC).
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Effective Term - Summer 1997 [1997*02] PHY 252 General Physics II Prerequisites: MAT 272 and PHY 251 Corequisites: None
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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 for the topics covered. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics.
Effective Term - Summer 1997 [1997*02] PHY 253 Modern Physics Prerequisites: PHY 251 Corequisites: None
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This course uses calculus-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include atomic structure, nuclear processes, natural and artificial radioactivity, quantum theory, and special relativity. 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 course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
See the SEL and SEM prefixes for generic Selected Topics and Seminar course descriptions.
Combined Course Library PHY - 6
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