PHYS 100 - Physical Science

3 Credit(s)

Gen Ed: NW
An introductory physics course for non-science majors. This course focuses on basic physics concepts and their connections to everyday life. Course topics include Newtonian Mechanics, Energy, Fluids, Heat, Vibration and Waves, Sound and Music, Electricity and Magnetism, Light, Quantum Phenomenon, Nuclear Radiation, and Astronomy. Connections to everyday life and society include energy conservation, global warming, nuclear energy and the origin of the universe. While advanced mathematics is not required for this course, basic mathematics, including some trigonometry and simple algebra, will be utilized. Proportional reasoning, estimating, and graphing skills are emphasized throughout the course.