PHYS 272 - General Physics II KCC AA/DP

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Kapiolani Community College

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3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): PHYS 170; PHYS 170L; MATH 206. PHYS 272 is the second course in a two semester sequence of an introductory calculus-based course. The course is a comprehensive introduction to the principles and theories of electricity, magnetism and geometric optics. Upon successful completion of PHYS 272, the student should be able to: Give examples of applications and solve problems to demonstrate knowledge and skills of electricity, magnetism and geometric optics. Identify and explain the concepts and principles related to the electricity, magnetism and geometric optics. Identify and define 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. Identify and use mathematical techniques in the explanation of physical phenomena. Utilize calculation techniques with mathematically formulated principles. Identify and assess quantitative information in terms of physical principles.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/homeExternal link

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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