PHY 251 General Physics I

Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 4

This course uses calculus-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include units and measurement, vector operations, linear kinematics and dynamics, energy, power, momentum, rotational mechanics, periodic motion, fluid mechanics, and heat. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered.

This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.

Pre-requisite(s): C or better in MAT 271 .
Co-requisite(s): MAT 272 .
Course is typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer.
Course has transfer restrictions - 20 years

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At completion of the course, the student should be able to do the following:

Apply fundamental concepts in a physical situation.
Analyze situations using logic.
Apply fundamental principles to physical situations.
Apply vector arithmetic to physical situations.
Depict principles, processes, data, and conclusions.
Complete scientific experiments along predetermined procedural guidelines.
Analyze experimental data pertaining to a physical situation.
Apply proper unit analysis.