PHSCS 101
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Basic Physics
Physics and Astronomy
College of Computational, Mathematical, & Physical Sciences
Course Description
Principles of classical and modern physics. Concepts and simple calculations applied to the world around us.
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Title
Modern Physics
Learning Outcome
Qualitatively discuss and do simple calculations involving modern physics concepts that are not everyday but which have important practical and philosophical implications in today's world, such as quantum mechanics, nuclear physics and relativity.
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Classical Physics
Learning Outcome
Use basic physical laws and concepts to analyze everyday phenomena and do simple calculations involving those laws. These laws and concepts include Newton's laws of motion, conservation laws, simple thermodynamics, fluids, and electricity and magnetism.
