Introductory Physics I with Laboratory

Catalog description

Algebra and trigonometry will be routinely used. Upon completion of this course students will be able to: (1) Demonstrate a conceptual and mathematical knowledge of 1-D and 2-D Kinematics; (2) Demonstrate a conceptual and mathematical knowledge of Newton's Laws as applied to both linear and circular motion; (3) Demonstrate a conceptual and mathematical knowledge of Work, Energy, and Power; (4) Demonstrate a conceptual and mathematical knowledge of the Laws of Conservation of Energy and Linear Momentum; (5) Demonstrate a conceptual and mathematical knowledge of Torque and Elasticity; (6) Effectively collect and present scientific data gathered through experiment; (7) Use computational and estimation skills to analyze data, construct and interpret charts, graphs, and tables, and compose scientific explanations.