Objectives for PHY 100 Introductory Physics
This is a course in general physics including introductory principles of physics for higher level physics study. This course does not meet the requirements for an associate degree, but may meet the requirements for a diploma or a certificate. The general objectives are to promote an interest in physics, to enable the student to more thoroughly understand the concepts of physics in general, to enable the student to apply knowledge to a specific problem in a systematic manner, and to enable the student to develop skill in handling apparatus and to practice the procedures of making accurate measurements and presenting results in a scientific report. Specific objectives are upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to solve problems or answer questions dealing with and to understand the concepts of
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historical perspective |
fundamental mathematics |
work & energy |
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mechanics |
Newton’s laws of motion |
light & color |
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momentum |
rotational motion |
gravity |
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projectile motion |
satellite motion |
atomic nature of matter |
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temperature |
heat |
thermal expansion |
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vibrations |
waves |
sound |
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electrostatics |
magnetism |
unit systems |
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basic algebra |
graphing |
basic lab equipment |
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scientific notation |
earth’s magnetic field |
basic trigonometry and geometry |