PHYS 170 - General Physics I KCC AA/DP

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Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

4 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): Credit or concurrent enrollment in MATH 206. Recommended Preparation: PHYS 100 or high school physics course. PHYS 170 is the first semester of an introductory calculus-based course. The course will provide the students a comprehensive introduction to the principles and theories of the mechanics of particles, rigid bodies and fluids; wave motion; thermodynamics and kinetic theory. Upon successful completion of PHYS 170, the student should be able to: Demonstrate knowledge and skills of motion, energy, wave theory, and thermodynamics. Demonstrate an understanding of and insights into the concepts and principles related to the kinematics and dynamics of motion, energy, wave theory and thermodynamics. Demonstrate insights into the associations and relationships of the topics treated in the course. Utilize abstract thinking and analytical reasoning in the analysis and solution of word problems. Understand mathematical techniques used in the explanation of physical phenomena. Utilize calculation techniques with mathematically formulated principles. Identify and assess quantitative information in terms of physical principles. 4

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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