Academic Bulletin 2023-2024 
    
    Nov 22, 2024  
Academic Bulletin 2023-2024 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

PHYS 101 - Fundamentals of Physics I


Credits: 4
An introductory calculus-based course intended primarily for students majoring in biology, environmental science, and geology with an emphasis on physical concepts and principles from the areas of classical mechanics, thermodynamics and waves. One laboratory/recitation session per week.

Corequisite: MATH 141 , or MATH 151  or permission of instructor.

Distribution Requirements: QR, SP.

Offered in sequence with PHYS 102 . Students may not receive credit for both PHYS 101 and PHYS 110  . Students who wish to major in physics after taking this course should consult the physics faculty before deciding which course to take next.