Academic Catalog

PHY-Physics (PHY)

PHY 1020C  Conceptual Physics  (3 Credits )  
This course offers a comprehensive survey of physics, covering a wide range of topics including motion, Newton's laws, energy, sound, heat, electricity, magnetism, and optics. Emphasizing a conceptual understanding of physics, the course integrates critical thinking skills and real-world applications. Student Learning Outcomes: -Students will critically evaluate everyday phenomena using the scientific method. -Students will explain the basis of physical principles (such as conservation laws) and how they apply to everyday phenomena. -Students will interpret information conveyed in diagrams and graphs. -Students will perform simple calculations relevant to real world problems.
General Education, Area V: Natural Sciences  
PHY 1057C  Physics for Engineering w/Lab  (3 Credits )  
This course provides fundamentals of Physics in Electrical Systems that equips engineers and technicians with essential hands-on skills. The students delve into the principles of motor control, study the theory and operation of transformers, and gain proficiency in troubleshooting techniques through lab based activities. The course also addresses control relays, motor starters, basic timer control, reduced voltage circuits, and explores the intricacies of power generation, distribution, and the application of variable frequency drives. This course ensures a comprehensive understanding of key concepts, enhancing students' expertise in the dynamic field of electrical engineering.
Area II: Humanities  
PHY 2048C  Physics I with Calculus w/Lab  (5 Credits )  
This calculus-based course serves as the first in a two-part series, covering topics like kinematics, dynamics, energy, momentum, rotational motion, fluid dynamics, oscillatory motion, and waves. Designed for science and engineering majors, the course integrates critical thinking, analytical skills, and real-world applications. Student Learning Outcomes: -Students will solve analytical problems describing different types of motion, including translational, rotational, and simple harmonic motion. -Students will apply Newton's laws, and conservation laws to solve analytical problems of mechanics. -Students will identify and analyze relevant information presented in various formats such as graphs, tables, diagrams, and/or mathematical formulations.
General Education, Area V: Natural Sciences  
PHY 2049C  Physics II with Calculus w/Lab  (5 Credits )  
This course is a continuation of PHY 2048C and covers principles of electricity, magnetism, waves, and optics.
General Education, Area V: Natural Sciences  
PHY 2053C  College Physics I with Lab  (4 Credits )  
This course covers the basic principles of mechanics, as well as selected topics in thermodynamics and waves. Emphasis is on hands-on experiences to reinforce physical principles. The course is intended for pre-medical, physical therapy and other pre-professionals not majoring in the physical sciences or engineering. It can also be used to satisfy the general education requirement for physical science.
PHY 2054C  College Physics II w/Lab  (4 Credits )  
This course is a continuation of PHY 2053C, covering the basic principles of electricity, magnetism, optics and selected topics in modern physics.
PHY 2930C  Special Topics in Physics  (1-3 Credits )  
Current and historic topics in physics and the physical sciences will be discussed. Content may include technological applications, modern physics, historical or societal perspectives or special projects.