PHSCS 105
General Physics 1
Physics and Astronomy
College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences
Course Description
Applied physics course not requiring calculus. Mechanics, heat, wave motion, and sound.
When Taught
Fall, Winter, Spring
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Other Prerequisites
High school algebra and trigonometry.
Recommended
Concurrent enrollment in Phscs 107
Note
Also offered by BYU Independent Study; enroll anytime throughout year; one year to complete; additional tuition required; register at
https://is.byu.edu/catalog/PHSCS-105-M001.
https://is.byu.edu/catalog/PHSCS-105-M001.
Title
Newton's Laws
Learning Outcome
Solve problems and answer conceptual questions about kinematics and Newton's laws in both linear and rotational contexts.
Title
Energy and Momentum
Learning Outcome
Solve problems and answer conceptual questions about energy and momentum in both linear and rotational contexts.
Title
Fluids, Temperatures, and Heat
Learning Outcome
Solve problems and answer conceptual questions about static flowing fluids, heat capacity and transfer, ideal gases, laws of thermodynamics, and heat engines.
Title
Waves
Learning Outcome
Solve problems and answer conceptual questions about harmonic motion, waves, interference, and sound.
