Course Description
This is a trigonometry-based course in Physics for majors in subjects other than engineering or the physical sciences. The course covers electricity, magnetism, optics, atomic physics, nuclear physics, special relativity, mechanical waves, and sound. Concepts and problem solving are emphasized.
Units: 5
Credit - Degree Applicable Transferable to both UC and CSU
Course Details
- Grade Options: Letter Grade
- In-Class Lecture Hours: 64 – 72
- In-Class Lab Hours: 48 – 54
Requisites and Advisories
- Prerequisites: PHYS 002A
- Co-Requisites: None
- Advisory: None
Transfer Details
- CSU/UC:
Transferable to both UC and CSU - WVC GE: B. Natural Sciences
- CSU GE: Area B - Scientific Inquiry and Quantitative Reasoning: B1- Physical
Sciences
Area B - Scientific Inquiry and Quantitative Reasoning: B3- Laboratory Activity: Lab course used from B1 or B2 - UC/IGETC GE: Area 5 - Physical and Biological Sciences: 5A- Physical Sciences
Area 5 - Physical and Biological Sciences: 5C – Laboratory - C-ID: PHYS 110 - Algebra/Trigonometry-Based Physics B