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General Education

The following is fulfilled by this course:

  • Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning)
Additional Information
Status: Active
SUNY ID: 76466
Full Title: General Physics I
Level: Lower Division (UG)
CIP: 4008 Physics

PHY 109 | General Physics I

0 to 4 credits

Classical mechanics with regard to motion, particle dynamics, Newton's Laws, Conservation of Energy, Conservation of Momentum, equilibrium of rigid bodies, simple harmonic motion, gravitation, fluid mechanics, and wave motion is explored in this calculus-based course. In the laboratory, students learn techniques for investigating physical phenomena and reporting with reasoned numerically-based analysis. Computer and calculator skills are required. 3 hrs. lect.; 4 hrs. lab and recitation. Prerequisite: MAT 170 and PHY 101 or high school Physics