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Course: |
PHY 105
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Title: | Conceptual Physics w/Lab: SC1 |
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Long Title: | Conceptual Physics with Lab: GT-SC1 |
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Course Description: | Focuses on mechanics, heat, properties of matter, electricity and magnetism, light and modern physics. Incorporates laboratory experience.~~This course is one of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer courses. GT-SC1 |
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Min Credit: | 4 |
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Max Credit: | |
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Origin Notes: | ACC |
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Course Notes: | Revised ttl added with Lab 12/20/11 LK |
STANDARD COMPETENCIES:
I. Define each of the related vocabulary words.
II. Recognize symbols used.
III. Distinguish between closely related concepts.
IV. Summarize statements of the concepts into their own words.
V. Collect and organize data in a systematic manner.
VI. Estimate future consequences implied in data.
VII. Interpret charts, tables and/or graphs.
VIII. Demonstrate standard problem solving methods.
IX. Apply the new knowledge/thinking to one's own life.
X Read, analyze, and apply to new situations, written material related to the study of Physics.
XI. Write and speak clearly and logically in presentations and essays about topics related to Physics.
XII. Demonstrate the ability to select and apply contemporary forms of technology to solve problems or compile information in the study of Physics.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
I. Mechanics
A. Study of Motion
B. Projectile and Satellite Motion
C. Newton's Laws of Motion
D. Momentum
E. Energy and Work
II. Properties of Matter
A. Atomic Nature of Matter
B. Solids
C. Liquids
D. Gases and Plasmas
III. Heat
A. Temperature, Heat and Expansion
B. Heat Transfer
C. Change of State
IV. Sound Vibrations and Waves
A. Simple Harmonic Motion
B. Vibrating Strings
V. Electricity and Magnetism
A. Electrostatics
B. Electric Current
C. Magnetism
D. Electromagnetic Interactions
VI. Light
A. Reflections and Refraction
B. Color
C. Light Waves
D. Light Emission
VII. Modern Physics
A. Atomic and Nuclear Physics
B. Relativity
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