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2026-2027 Preliminary Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Preliminary Catalog
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PHYS 151 - General Physics I


4 Credit(s).

Includes Newtonian mechanics, kinematics and dynamics of translational, rotational, and simple harmonic motions, momentum, energy, and gravitation. It serves as the first course in a set of three calculus-based courses in the basic principles of physics for students who plan to major in Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics. The course requires knowledge of algebra, trigonometry, and calculus. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

Prerequisite(s): MATH 251  with a grade of “C” or higher; 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 151 CCO  



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