PHYS 211 - Physics I (lecture)

Description
This non-calculus, algebra/trigonometry based college physics course is the first in a two-part series covering the following topics: Motion in one and two dimensions, velocity, acceleration, forces and Newton’s Laws of motion, linear and angular momentum, circular motion, center of mass, torque, mechanics of rigid bodies, work, kinetic energy, and potential energy, Newton’s Law of gravitation, Kepler’s Laws, and simple harmonic motion. Problem solving skills are strongly emphasized. This course is designed to provide an overview of basic biophysics and is primarily for students planning to major in life sciences, medical/dental fields, psychology, and similar professional fields.

Course Delivery Model(s): Online, On-Ground

Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Total Hours: 45
Credits: 3

Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

Repeatable (# of times): 5

Grade Type: Letter