PH 245 - Calculus Physics I

Credit Hours: 5
Contact Hours: 7

Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MA 133 (C or Higher)

English Prerequisites: Eligible for IRW 101/EN 101

Math Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

Description: PH 245 is the first semester of a two-semester sequence of calculus-based physics. This course will teach classical mechanics through the lens of kinematics, Newton’s laws, conservation of energy, and conservation of momentum. Previous knowledge of trigonometry, differential calculus, and integral calculus is expected. Vector algebra will be introduced and then applied throughout the course. Students intending to take PH 246 should note that MA 134 is a prerequisite for the second semester of this course sequence.

Course Fee: $15.00

Department Consent: No Department Consent Required

Dual Enrollment Allowed: Yes
General Education Distribution Category Met: Natural Sciences