New and Updated Course Descriptions

PHY 131 - Applied Physics I

4 Credits

An introductory course in physics at an intermediate mathematical level. Appropriate for non-science majors and those in the engineering technologies. Topics to include statics, dynamics, mechanical work and energy, conservation of momentum, and rotational dynamics.

Prerequisite(s) MTH 164 and MTH 165 taken concurrently or previously completed, or MTH 152 previously completed, or Level 9 Mathematics placement or higher

New SUNY General Education:
SUNY - Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning)

MCC General Education: MCC-CT - Critical Thinking (MCT), MCC-SCI - Scientific Reasoning (MSCI), MCC-QL - Quantitative Literacy (MQL)

Course Learning Outcomes
1. Solve a 1-step vector problem using elementary trigonometry.
2. Solve a 1-step 2-D kinematics problem using elementary trigonometry.
3. Solve a 2-step Newton's laws of motion problem using algebra.
4. Solve a 1-step work and energy problem using algebra.
5. Solve a 1-step simple machines problem for a new physical situation using algebra.
6. Solve a 1-step impulse and momentum problem using algebra.
7. Solve a 1-step rotational kinematics problem using algebra.
8. Solve a 2-step rotational statics and dynamics problem using algebra.
9. Demonstrate competency with basic lab instruments.
10. Differentiate between good and bad data.
11. Write a conclusion for a laboratory experiment.

Course Offered Fall, Spring