PHYS 1030 - Survey of Physics

4 sem hrs cr

A one-semester introductory physics course for non-science majors. This course emphasizes understanding the nature of physics and applying physics concepts in everyday life. Basic algebra is required to understand and apply the physics concepts. Course topics include mechanical motion, energy, temperature and heat, fluids, electricity, magnetism, wave motion, and light. Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory. Prerequisite: Completion of or exemption from learning support math.

In rare and unusual circumstances, a course prerequisite can be overridden with the permission of the Department Lead for the discipline. 

Transfer (UT) or Non-Transfer Course (UN): UN