GS 104 - Physical Science - Physics

4 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):

MTH 60 or MTH 102CT or higher-level math or designated placement

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. This course number includes both lecture and lab

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Apply algebra, dimensional analysis, and logical reasoning to solve physical science problems. (ILO: Quantitative Literacy and Reasoning)
CLO#2: Apply and demonstrate concepts of force and motion.
CLO#3: Apply and demonstrate concepts of momentum and energy.
CLO#4: Apply and demonstrate concepts of electricity and magnetism.
CLO#5: Apply and demonstrate concepts of waves.
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, and engineering paper.

Course Meeting Hours Type: Lecture
Course meeting hours minimum: 30
Course meeting hours standard: 33
Course meeting hours maximum: 36

Other Course Meeting Hours Type: Lab
Other course meeting hours minimum: 30
Other course meeting hours standard: 33
Other course meeting hours maximum: 36

ACTI Code, Course Type
100 Lower Division Collegiate