3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): MATH 25 or equivalent mathematics course. Comment: Registration in PHYS 100L is optional. PHYS 100 is an introduction to physics; basic concepts. PHYS 100 is not open to those with previous college physics experience. Upon successful completion of PHYS 100, the student should be able to: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of some basic concepts and principles of physics. Demonstrate insights into associations and relationships of the topics treated in the course. Utilize elementary abstract thinking and analytical reasoning. Understand mathematical proportionality in physical principles. 1 Utilize calculation techniques with mathematically formulated principles. Identify and assess quantitative information in terms of principles. Better utilize and control the physical environment. Understand the descriptions and principles of motion. Understand mechanical energy, power and efficiency. Understand thermodynamics and the kinetic theory of matter. Understand the basic principles of electricity and magnetism.

A brief survey of physics at the introductory level. Topics covered include laws of motion, gravity, energy, light, heat, sound, electricity, magnetism, atomic and nuclear physics, radioactivity, and relativity. Three hours of lecture per week.