General Physics I

Catalog description

This course uses calculus-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include units and measurement, vector operations, linear kinematics and dynamics, energy, power, momentum, rotational mechanics, periodic motion, fluid mechanics, and heat. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered. (2025 FA) This course has been approved to satisfy the following requirement(s): | UGETC course for A.E., A.S. and A.S. Teacher Preparation | Natural Science Gen. Ed. course for A.A. and A.A. Teacher Preparation