General Physics I

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Introduction to the principles of Newtonian Mechanics and analytical methods of physics using calculus as needed. Topics covered include vectors, kinematics, forces, energy, momentum, rotation, and gravitation. 72 hours lecture, 54 hours laboratory. ADGE: 5; Transfer: CSU, UC*; Cal-GETC: 5A, 5C; C-ID# PHYS 200 S (if taken with PHYS 1B+1C+1D), PHYS 205. * PHYS 2A, 2B or PHYS 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D combined: maximum UC credit, one series. Prerequisite: MATH 1 with a minimum grade of C.