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Physics
PHYS 1401 College Physics I
3 lec/3 lab (4 Cr.) This is a 4 semester hour course which is an algebra/trigonometry-level
approach toward physics for students preparing for medical, dental, or other science-related
fields. Topics include fundamental principles of physics, using algebra and trigonometry;
the principles and applications of classical mechanics and thermodynamics, including
harmonic motion, mechanical waves and sound, physical systems, Newton’s Laws of Motion,
and gravitation and other fundamental forces; with emphasis on problem solving. Laboratory
activities will reinforce fundamental principles of physics, using algebra and trigonometry;
the principles and applications of classical mechanics and thermodynamics, including
harmonic motion, mechanical waves and sound, physical systems, Newton’s Laws of Motion,
and gravitation and other fundamental forces; emphasis will be on problem solving.
Pre-requisite: MATH 1314 – College Algebra and MATH 1316 – Plane Trigonometry or MATH
2312/2412 Pre-Calculus
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Lab fee: $18PHYS 1402 College Physics II
3 lec/3 lab (4 Cr.) This four semester hour course is a continuation of PHYS 1401.
Topics include the study of the Fundamental principles of physics, using algebra and
trigonometry; the principles and applications of electricity and magnetism, including
circuits, electrostatics, electromagnetism, waves, sound, light, optics, and modern
physics topics; with emphasis on problem solving. Laboratory activities will reinforce
fundamental principles of physics, using algebra and trigonometry; the principles
and applications of electricity and magnetism, including circuits, electrostatics,
electromagnetism, waves, sound, light, optics, and modern physics topics; with emphasis
on problem solving.
Prerequisite: PHYS 1401College Physics I
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Lab fee: $18PHYS 1403 Stars & Galaxies
3 lec/3 lab (4 Cr.) Study of stars galaxies and the universe outside our solar system. (Formerly: PHYS 1412)
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Lab fee: $18; Internet course fee (if applicable): $43PHYS 1404 The Solar System
3 lec/3 lab (4 Cr.) Study of the sun and its solar system including its origin. (Formerly: PHYS 1411)
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Internet course fee (if applicable): $43; Lab fee: $18PHYS 1415 Physical Science I
3 lec/3 lab (4 Cr.) Course, designed for non-science majors, that surveys topics from physics, chemistry, geology, astronomy, and meteorology. May or may not include a laboratory.
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Lab fee: $18PHYS 1417 Physical Science II
3 lec/3 lab (4 Cr.) This course, designed for non-science majors, is a survey of topics in physics, chemistry, geology, astronomy, and meteorology.
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Lab fee: $18PHYS 2425 University Physics I
3 lec/3 lab (4 Cr.) Fundamental principles of physics, using calculus, for science,
computer science, and engineering majors; the principles and applications of classical
mechanics, including harmonic motion, physical systems and thermodynamics; and emphasis
on problem solving. Basic laboratory experiments supporting theoretical principles
presented in PHYS 2325 involving the principles and applications of classical mechanics,
including harmonic motion and physical systems; experimental design, data collection
and analysis, and preparation of laboratory reports.
Prerequisite: MATH 2413—Calculus I
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Lab fee: $18PHYS 2426 University Physics II
3 lec/3 lab (4 Cr.) Principles of physics for science, computer science, and engineering
majors, using calculus, involving the principles of electricity and magnetism, including
circuits, electromagnetism, waves, sound, light, and optics. Laboratory experiments
supporting theoretical principles presented in PHYS 2326 involving the principles
of electricity and magnetism, including circuits, electromagnetism, waves, sound,
light, and optics; experimental design, data collection and analysis, and preparation
of laboratory reports.
Prerequisites: PHYS 2425 University Physics I, MATH 2414 Calculus II
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Lab fee: $18Navarro College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Navarro College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Navarro College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).