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2026-2027 Preliminary Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Preliminary Catalog
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PHYS 101 - Fundamentals of Physics I


4 Credit(s).

Is the first in a series of courses in the basic principles of physics. Topics include Newtonian kinematics, dynamics, statics, momentum, energy, waves, and heat. This course is appropriate for students expecting to apply to one of the health care professional schools (e.g., medical, physical therapy, pharmacy, dental, etc.) and also for students in certain technical programs that require non-calculus based physics (e.g., electronics, computer service, architectural drawing, etc.). Students majoring in Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics are required to take the PHYS 151 , PHYS 251 , PHYS 252  sequence. The course requires knowledge of algebra and trigonometry. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

Prerequisite(s): (MATH 135  with a grade of B or higher, or MATH 165  with a grade of C or higher, or any 200-level MATH course) and ACLT 053  or (ESOL 052  and ESOL 100 )
Lecture Hours per Week: 3 Lab Hours per Week: 3
Lab Fee: $40.00
General Education: Biological and Physical Sciences (B)
Common Course Outline: PHYS 101 CCO  



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