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Sep 07, 2024
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PHY 111 - General Physics ICredits: 4 Instructional Contact Hours: 7
Examines the basic physical principles involving mechanics, heat, and sound.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 121 or higher with a grade of “C” or better OR instructor permission with previous physics course Corequisite(s): None Lecture Hours: 60 Lab Hours: 45 Meets MTA Requirement: Natural Science Lab Pass/NoCredit: Yes
Outcomes and Objectives
- Solve general physics problems with mathematics.
- Use algebra and trigonometry skills to solve physics problems.
- Evaluate quantities and express them in different unit systems.
- Demonstrate understanding of the physics of rigid bodies.
- Solve 1D and 2D kinematic problems/questions.
- Construct and interpret graphs related to motion.
- Solve problems/questions using multiple representations including force, energy, linear momentum, angular momentum and conservation laws.
- Solve rotational kinematic problems/questions.
- Solve static equilibrium problems/questions.
- Solve harmonic motion problems/questions.
- Demonstrate understanding of principles of fluids or thermodynamics.
- Explain the idea of pressure as it relates to fluids.
- Solve problems/questions using the kinetic theory of gases and the ideal gas equation.
- Solve problems/questions using heat.
- Explain the ideas related to methods of energy transfer.
- Demonstrate understanding of the principles of waves.
- Explain the quantities associated with a wave.
- Explain the difference between transverse and longitudinal waves.
- Solve problems/questions related to wave propagation and interference.
- Solve problems/questions related to standing waves and harmonics.
- Solve problems/questions related to sound as it pertains to Doppler Effect and intensity.
- Demonstrate laboratory skills.
- Perform measurements with appropriate devices.
- Use significant digits in calculations correctly.
- Analyze data from experiments to draw conclusions.
- Use technology associated with a science laboratory.
- Use appropriate safety protocols in the laboratory.
- Produce reports from experimental work.
- Demonstrate understanding of the scientific method.
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