PHYS 195 - Physics I

This course begins a survey of basic physics including Newtonian mechanics and conservation laws, fluid behavior and thermodynamics. Students learn the concepts and develop the skills needed for advanced coursework in science and engineering. Some of the history of physics, its technological, and philosophical aspects, and its place in the history of ideas are explored. This course includes a laboratory component.

Credit(s): 5

Disciplinary Perspective(s):
STEM: Lab Science
Interconnecting Perspective(s):
None
University Graduation Requirement(s):
Honors Scholar

Prerequisite(s): MATH 198 - Analytic Geometry and Calculus I with a grade of “C” or higher OR (MATH 187 - Calculus I with Precalculus Review I and MATH 197 - Calculus I with Precalculus Review II with a grade of “C” or higher).
Missouri Higher Education Core Curriculum Transfer (CORE 42) Course Number: MOTR PHYS 200L - Advanced Physics I with Lab
(For additional information: https://dhe.mo.gov/core42.php)