2024-2025 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

CPHYS 1250 Physics I with Lab: Forces, Sound, Momentum & Energy

This course is an investigation of the interactions of matter, encompassing motion arising through mechanical and gravitational forces, sound, and the principles of momentum and energy conservation. Connections to biology, medicine and climate are integrated into the course content.  Students engage in active learning through observation, hands-on experimental labs, discussions, problem solving, data collection and interpretation.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

CMATH 1590 or CMATH 1990 or CMATH 2590

Notes

This course meets for five hours weekly in order to integrate laboratory experiences.