PHYS 121General Physics I (LEC)

Binghamton University · Credits vary by section · UGRD

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Description: Basic concepts underlying physical phenomena, including kinematics, dynamics, energy, momentum, forces found in nature, rotational motion, angular momentum, simple harmonic motion, fluids, thermodynamics and kinetic theory. Helps students understand natural phenomena and technology encountered in modern world. Prior experience in physics and calculus is not assumed. For majors and non-majors. Physics I and II courses transferred to BU must include an in-person lab component. Courses that are completely online are not equivalent to our Physics I and II courses. Premed students should note that some medical schools may not accept physics courses that are completely online. Prerequisites: high school trigonometry and algebra Lab begins second week of course.

Recent sections

Fall 2026 · 33 sections

Aug 18 – Dec 8

Section	Days & time	Location	Instructor
A 1Class #100754 credits	Tu Th · 1:30 – 3:00 PM	Lecture Hall 008	Weiler,Erik M.; Nale,Jonathan W.
A 2Class #100764 credits