PHYS& 110 Physics for Non-Science Majors (5 credits)
Distribution Area Fulfilled Natural Sciences with Lab; General Transfer Elective
Formerly PHYS& 100
Prerequisite None
Course Description
A survey course for non-science majors that develops an awareness and appreciation of the physical environment by looking at everyday experiences and relating them to the principles and laws in physics. Lab included.
Course Content
A. Mechanics
B. States of Matter
C. Thermodynamics
D. Waves: light and sound
E. Electricity and Magnetism
F. Modern physics
Student Outcomes
- Apply scientific models to explain physical scenarios.
- Describe physical properties both qualitatively and quantitatively.
- Relate observable physical phenomenon to physical laws and concepts.
- Verify physical models by conducting lab experiments.
- Draw scientific conclusions through the analysis of quantitative data, qualitative information, and experience.
Degree Outcomes
Natural Sciences: 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
Potential Methods
Exams/Quizzes
Laboratory reports
Practice exercises
Projects
Discussions
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