PHY 151 - College Physics I

4 Credit Hour(s)

This course uses algebra- and trigonometry-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include units and measurement, vectors, linear kinematics and dynamics, energy, power, momentum, 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.

Contact Hours: 5
Class Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Prerequisite(s): State Prerequisite: MAT 171 (minimum grade of C) or MAT 271
Semester(s) Offered: F

Notes: This course has been approved to transfer as credit to the 16 North Carolina public colleges and universities, as well as some North Carolina private colleges and universities.
This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.