Physics

Faculty: Associate Professor Hyland (coordinator)

Physics develops an understanding of physical phenomena through study of classical and modern theory in conjunction with  laboratory experience. It fosters intellectual curiosity and is important in the natural sciences, social sciences, engineering, law, and  health fields.

Courses

PHY 101: Introductory Physics w/lab

Credits 5
Fundamentals and applications of conceptual physics. Descriptive explanation of mechanics, heat and thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, waves and sound, electricity and magnetism, light, and atomic and nuclear physics. Not open to students with credit in PHY201 or PHY202. Includes lecture and lab.

PHY 205: General Physics I with Lab

Credits 5
A combined lecture and lab course (workshop) that combines lecture, problem solving, and lab activities. The course covers topics in laws and concepts of mechanics, wave motion, acoustics, and thermodynamics. It emphasizes a connection between microscopic and macroscopic phenomena, conservation laws, and development of problem-solving ability. Lab portions emphasize modeling, animations, data collection, and graphical representation of data.

PHY 206: General Physics II with Lab

Credits 5
A combined lecture and lab course that combines lecture, problem solving, and lab activities. The course covers topics in electricity, magnetism, and optics. It emphasizes a connection between microscopic and macroscopic phenomena, conservation laws, and development of problem-solving ability. Lab portions emphasize modeling, animations, data collection, and graphical representation of data.