Undergraduate Courses
100. Physical Science. (3:3:0) F, W, Sp, Su Honors also (W only).
Conceptual lectures and demonstrations of the most significant
and universal laws and models describing the physical world by
faculty from the Physics and Astronomy, Chemistry and
Biochemistry, and Geological Sciences departments. Satisfies GE
Physical Science requirement.
110A. Physical Science A. (4:3:2) For majors in elementary, early
childhood, or special education. F, W, Sp
Classical and modern physics and chemistry as they relate to
current concepts of the physical world. Lab exercises illustrate
many topics with concrete examples. With Phy S 110B satisfies GE
Physical Science requirement.
110B. Physical Science B. (2:2:1) For majors in elementary, early
childhood, or special education. F, W, Su
Concepts and methods used in geology to interpret rock record,
protect and make use of earth materials, and better understand
natural environment and how to live in it. Lab studies, field trips,
home projects. With Phy S 110A satisfies GE Physical Science
requirement.
111A. Physical Science A Laboratory. (1:0:2) F, W, Sp Prerequisite:
Phy S 100; for majors in elementary, early childhood, or special
education.
Laboratory exercises that illustrate physics and chemistry
principles. To accompany or follow Phy S 100 lecture course. Not
for students enrolled in Phy S 110A or 110B.
111B. Physical Science B Laboratory. (1:0:2) F, W, Su Prerequisite:
Phy S 100; for majors in elementary, early childhood, or special
education.
Laboratory exercises that illustrate geology principles. To
accompany or follow Phy S 100 lecture course. Not for students
enrolled in Phy S 110A or 110B.
