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Dec 06, 2024
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2023-2024 WWCC College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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PHYS& 114 - General Physics I With Lab Credits: 5 LEC hours per week: 4 LAB hours per week: 2 This is part one of an algebra-based physics sequence intended for non-physical science majors. Topics include linear and rotational motion, forces, kinetic and potential energy, momentum, and translational and rotational equilibrium. Lab work required. Formerly: PHYS 121. Prerequisite(s): MATH 041 with a P or appropriate placement score; ENGL 087 with a grade of C or higher or appropriate placement; or permission of Chair or designee. Recommended: READ 088 or higher; basic knowledge of trigonometry. Course Outcomes:
- Apply Newton’s Laws as they relate to motion and forces.
- Describe the significance of conservation laws in physics; particularly conservation of energy and momentum.
- Apply Newton’s Laws to situations where equilibrium exists.
- Solve quantitative problems related to Newton’s Laws and the conservation laws using algebra and trigonometry.
- Design and carry out laboratory experiments that relate to Newton’s Laws and the conservation laws.
Course Topics:
- Physical quantities
- One and two-dimensional kinematics
- Forces and Newton’s Laws of Motion
- Circular motion and gravitation
- Energy, momentum, and principles of conservation
- Systems in equilibrium
Course Attribute(s): Lab Course, Natural Science, Transferable Elective
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