PC 101 - General Physical Science

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This is a survey course for non-science majors looking for a hands-on minds-on science course. It is a good course for students pursuing careers in elementary education, criminal justice, and anyone interested in increasing basic scientific literacy. Topics include the concepts of matter and energy, the conservation laws, measurement, physical, chemical and nuclear changes, the periodic table and bonding, electricity, magnetism, heat and light. Real world contexts are used as a basis for understanding the course content. Basic algebra skills (MA 098), college reading and writing skills, and basic computer literacy are strongly recommended. PC101 is offered in both a traditional on-campus format, and an on-line Hybrid format. Recommended Skills: The following are strongly recommended: MA098 or equivalent; college reading and writing skills; basic computer literacy. PC-101 is offered F,W,S semesters. PC101 is also offered in an on-line Hybrid format.