Physics

Courses

PY 111: Elements of Physics

Credits 3
An introductory lab-oriented course to furnish an understanding of the physical changes in nature through the study of the mechanical behavior of matter and the several manifestations of energy as motion, heat, light, sound, electricity and magnetism, and atomic fission and fusion.

PY 112: Elements of Space Science

Credits 3

A view of the universe beginning with the nature and origin of the planets and of the earth-moon system. Consideration of the earth's space environment will include rocketry and space flight, and the effects of radio waves, X-rays, and cosmic radiation. 

Laboratory experience included.

PY 114: Topics in Physics

Credits 3
An introductory course covering fundamentals of Physics as they apply to the health sciences, with attention to topics such as motion, friction, torque and rotation, work, pressures and fluids, bioelectricity, etc.

PY 221: General Physics I

Credits 4
An algebra-based approach to the basic concepts of mechanics, thermal physics, electricity, magnetism and waves. Three-hour lecture, three-hour lab. A minimum grade of C is required for BI majors and for those taking this as a science prerequisite.

PY 222: General Physics II

Credits 4

An algebra-based approach to the basic concepts of mechanics, thermal physics, electricity, magnetism and waves. 

Three-hour lecture, three-hour lab.

 A minimum grade of C is required for BI majors and for those taking this as a science prerequisite.