UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 1999–2000
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Physical Science (Phy S)

Class Schedule

Undergraduate Courses

Administered by the Department of Physics and Astronomy.

100. Physical Science. (3:3:0) F, W, Sp, Su Independent Study also.

Conceptual lectures and demonstrations of the most significant and universal laws and models describing the physical world by faculty from Physics and Astronomy, Chemistry, and Geology departments. Satisfies GE Physical Science requirement.

110A. Physical Science A. (4:3:2) F, W, Sp For majors in elementary, early childhood, or special education.

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 PhyS 110B satisfies GE Physical Science requirement.

110B. Physical Science B. (2:2:1) F, W, Su For majors in elementary, early childhood, or special education.

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 PhyS 110A satisfies GE Physical Science requirement.

111A. Physical Science A Laboratory. (1:0:2) F, W, Sp Prerequisite: PhyS 100; for majors in elementary, early childhood, or special education.

Laboratory exercises that illustrate physics and chemistry principles. To accompany or follow PhyS 100 lecture course. Not for students enrolled in PhyS 110A or 110B.

111B. Physical Science B Laboratory. (1:0:2) F, W, Su Prerequisite: PhyS 100; for majors in elementary, early childhood, or special education.

Laboratory exercises that illustrate geology principles. To accompany or follow PhyS 100 lecture course. Not for students enrolled in PhyS 110A or 110B.






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