PS 101 Introduction to Physical Science (5 credits)
Distribution Area Fulfilled Natural Sciences with Lab; General Transfer Elective
Course Description
A survey course covering the basic concepts of physics, chemistry, earth science, and astronomy. Lab included.
Course Content
A. Mechanics
B. Thermodynamics
C. Sound and light waves
D. Electricity and magnetism
E. Chemistry
F. Earth science
G. Astronomy
Student Outcomes
1. Explain how physical laws determine the motion of objects on Earth and the nature of orbiting bodies in our solar system.
2. Explain the role of heat and temperature in chemical and physical processes and apply these to thermodynamics.
3. Explain the causes and effects of light and sound wave propagation.
4. Analyze the properties of electricity and magnetism, and explain how these properties are connected to the theories and laws that describe them.
5. Describe physical and chemical properties using the periodic table and an understanding of chemical bonds.
6. Describe the interactions of water, land, and air environments that shape the Earth and influence life on our planet.
7. Assess and explain societal implications of core scientific principles within course content areas.
Degree Outcomes
STEM: Graduates use the scientific method to analyze natural phenomena and acquire skills to evaluate authenticity of data/information relative to the natural world.
Critical, Creative, and Reflective Thinking: Graduates will evaluate, analyze, synthesize, and generate ideas; construct informed, meaningful, and justifiable conclusions; and process feelings, beliefs, biases, strengths, and weaknesses as they relate to their thinking, decisions, and creations.
Lecture Contact Hours 40
Lab Contact Hours 20
Clinical Contact Hours 0
Total Contact Hours 60
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