Physics
PHYSICS
PHYS1117 Astronomy
PHYS1110 Introduction to Physical Sciences (Cross listed with CHEM1110)
This course gives the student a tour of the universe, from our Sun and Solar System to the very edge of space and time itself. Topics may include, but are not limited to the eight planets; our Sun and the structure of the stars; nuclear fusion as a stellar energy source; stellar evolution; the Milky Way; galaxies and galaxy evolution; large scale structure; the fate of the universe; extrasolar planets and the possibility of life in the universe. Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory.
Scientific Inquiry with Laboratory (SI-L)
This course is an introduction to physical science. Students will learn how to apply scientific concepts to create and understand scientific explanations of physical phenomena. Topics covered will include: motion, energy, heat, light, basic electricity, physical and chemical changes. This course is required for those planning on teaching at the elementary school level. This course is taught in a workshop format which integrates lecture and laboratory so that students will develop their understanding through hands-on experiments. Equivalent of three hours lecture, two hours laboratory. (Note: Elementary Education students require this course for their major and will be given registration priority in this course during fall and spring semesters). Fall and spring semesters. 4 credits $100 lab fee
PHYS1116 Astronomy Scientific Inquiry (SI) Natural Science (NS)
Fall semester, odd years. 4 credits
Scientific Inquiry with Laboratory (SI-L) Natural Science Lab (NSL)
Fall semester, odd years. 4 credits $100 lab fee
PHYS1121 Energy and the Environment Scientific Inquiry with Laboratory (SI-L)
In this course, students study energy use, production, and environmental effects. Topics may include, but are not limited to energy basics, fossil fuels, alternative energy (solar, wind, biomass, etc.), nuclear energy, acid rain, ozone depletion, climate and global climate change. The class will focus on scientific and quantitative issues, however, political and social aspects will also be touched upon. Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory. Fall semester, even years. 4 credits $100 lab fee
PHYS1122 Energy and the Environment Scientific Inquiry (SI)
This course is the same as PHYS1121, but without the laboratory component. Students study energy use, production, and environmental effects. Topics include: energy basics, fossil fuels, alternative energy (solar, wind, biomass, etc.), nuclear energy, acid rain, ozone depletion, climate and global warming. The class will focus on scientific and quantitative issues, however, political and social aspects will also be touched upon. Three hours lecture. Fall semester, even years. 4 credits
2021-2022 Academic Catalog
Course Descriptions for Arts and Sciences
This course is the same as PHYS1117, but without the laboratory component. This course gives the student a tour of the universe, from our Sun and Solar System to the very edge of space and time itself. Topics may include, but are not limited to the eight planets; our Sun and the structure of the stars; nuclear fusion as a stellar energy source; stellar evolution; the Milky Way; galaxies and galaxy evolution; large scale structure; the fate of the universe; extrasolar planets and the possibility of life in the universe. Three hours lecture.
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