PHY 111 - Algebra- Based Physics I

Institution:

Navajo Technical College

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Description:

This course is the first in a two-semester introduction to algebra-based physics. The broad topics covered in the course include mechanics, vibrations, and wave motion. More specifically, the topics covered involve one- and two-dimensional motion, vectors, work and energy, momentum and collisions, circular motion, rotational equilibrium and dynamics, solids and fluids, vibration and waves, and sound. Mathematical techniques used in the course include algebra, geometry, and trigonometry, but not calculus. Class meetings will be devoted to lecture, discussion, problem-solving, and discovery labs. There will be three hours of discovery lab each week and a $25 lab fee is required. Prerequisite: MTH-120 or permission of the instructor. This course is only offered in the fall semester.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.navajotech.edu

Phone Number:

(505) 786-4100

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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