PHYS 121 - General Physics I

The course is calculus-based and designed for students desiring professional science careers. It provides a rigorous examination of the following physical phenomena and systems: forces, conservation of momentum, energy (kinetic, potential, chemical, and thermal), fields, thermodynamics, and statistical mechanics. Students may take MATH 131 either prior to enrollment in or concurrently with the class.

Credits: 3
Terms Offered: Fall
Attributes: Natural Science with Lab (NSL)
Prerequisites: MATH 131 with a grade of C- or better
Corequisites: MATH 131, PHYS 141