GS 104L - Physical Science - Physics Lab

1 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):

MTH 60 or MTH 63 or higher-level math course, or designated placement.

Corequisite(s):

GS 104

Recommended Prerequisite(s):

MTH 65

Course Description: This is the first of the general science series and is a prerequisite to many other science courses. Studies the fundamental concepts and principles of physics. Includes topics in scientific reasoning and measurement, forces, motion, energy, gravity, mechanics, heat, electricity, sound, and light. Students must enroll in lecture and laboratory sections.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Apply algebra, dimensional analysis, and logical reasoning to solve physical science problems. (ILO: Quantitative Literacy and Reasoning)
CLO#2: Demonstrate concepts of force and motion in a laboratory setting.
CLO#3: Demonstrate concepts of momentum and energy in a laboratory setting.
CLO#4: Demonstrate concepts of electricity and magnetism in a laboratory setting.
CLO#5: Demonstrate concepts of waves and optics in a laboratory setting.
CLO#6: Interpret laboratory data to draw conclusions about general physics experiments.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Scientific calculator, Ruler, Protractor, Mechanical pencil, eraser, engineering paper

ACTI Code and Course Type
100 Lower Division Collegiate

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (30) and a standard RCC delivery of (33) lab hours per term, not to exceed (36) hours per term.