PHYS 124 ,125 - General Physics

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Western Illinois University

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A two-semester introduction to basic ideas and experimental methods in such areas as mechanics and the conservation laws; wave motion and sound; heat and temperature; electricity and magnetism; light and optics; atomic and nuclear physics. Assumes that students have a knowledge of high school algebra and trigonometry. The course must be taken in sequence. 3 hrs. lect.; 1 hr. discussion; 2 hrs. lab. University Physics (Physics 197, 198, 200 and 201) is a calculus-based general physics sequence designed for science and pre-engineering majors. University Physics I. (4) (General Education/ Natural Sciences) Motion, Newton's Laws, Forces, momentum, energy, work, rotation, and simple harmonic motion. Corequisite: Math 133. 3 hrs. lect.; 1 hr. discussion; 2 hrs. lab. University Physics II. (4) Electrostatics, electric fields, D.C. circuits, magnetism, A.C. circuits, and introduction to basic electronic devices. Prerequisite: Phys 197. Corequisite: Math 134. 3 hrs. lect.; 1 hr. discussion; 2 hrs. lab. IAI: Egr 912.

Credits:

3.00 - 5.00

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Institution Website:

www.wiu.edu

Phone Number:

(309) 295-1414

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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