Physics
PHYS 1111/SC 111 and PHYS 1112/SC 112
Principles of Science I Principles of Science II
SCI Core 3 cl hrs, 2 lab hrs, 4 cr
For nonscience students. Topics include astronomy, Newton’s laws of motion and space travel, atomic energy, electricity and magnetism. Special emphasis is placed upon scientific principles with applications taken from everyday experiences. Laboratory work illustrates and supplements the lecture material. Prerequisites: CUNY certification in reading and writing; pre or corequisite: MAT 1175/MA 175 3 cl hrs 2 lab hrs, 4 cr A study of physical science as related to humans and society. Topics include modern physics, organic chemistry and life processes, geology, oceanography and astronomy.
Prerequisite: PHYS 1111/SC 111
PHYS 1117/SC 117
Astronomy
3 cl hrs 2 lab hrs, 4 cr
A survey of historical astronomy, astronomical tools including telescopes and space probes, modern planetary and galactic astronomy and cosmology, extrasolar planets, life in the universe and space travel. The influence of cosmic factors upon Earth’s climate and habitability is emphasized. At least one field trip per semester.
Prerequisite: PHYS 1111/SC 111 or PHYS 1201/SC 201
PHYS 1201/SC 201
Physical Geology
SCI Core 3 cl hrs, 3 lab hrs, 4 cr (fall only)
A study of the crust of the earth and of the forces and processes that have shaped it. Tectonism, volcanism, metamorphism and sedimentation. Laboratory studies and at least one field trip per semester.
Prerequisite: CUNY certification in reading and writing; pre or corequisite: MAT 1175/MA 175
PHYS 1202/SC 202
Historical Geology
SCI Core 3 cl hrs, 3 lab hrs, 4 cr
A survey of the geological history of the earth with emphasis on the continent of North America. Topics include hypotheses of earth origin, the relation of geology to the origin of life and its evolution, the techniques of stratigraphy and paleontology applied to the construction of the geologic column and to the interpretation of past events, the history and regional geology of North America. Laboratory studies include work on fossils, geologic map interpretation and local field trips.
Prerequisite: PHYS 1201/SC 201 or department approval required
PHYS 1420/SC 420
Principles of Physics
3 cl hrs, 2 lab hrs, 4 cr
Basic concepts and principles of mechanics, heat, electricity, magnetism, and optics. Laboratory work illustrates and supplements the lecture material. Laboratory experiments are computer based.
Pre or corequisite: MAT 1275/MA 275 or equivalent
PHYS 1433/SC 433
Physics 1.2
SCI Core 4 cl hrs, 2 lab hrs, 4 cr
Basic concepts and principles of mechanics, heat and sound for liberal arts students and technology students. Covers statics, kinematics, dynamics, work and energy, circular and rotational motion, fluids, temperature, heat transfer and wave motion.
Pre or corequisite: MAT 1275/MA 275 or equivalent
PHYS 1434/SC 434
Physics 2.2
SCI Core 4 cl hrs, 2 lab hrs, 4 cr
Basic concepts and principles of electricity and magnetism, light and atomic physics, electrostatics, current electricity, magnetism, electrochemical and electromagnetic effects, alternating currents, electronics, electromagnetic waves, reflection, refraction, optical instruments, interference, diffraction, polarization and the atomic theory of matter.
Prerequisite: PHYS 1433/SC 433
PHYS 1441/SC 441
Physics 1.3
SCI Core 4 cl hrs, 3 lab hrs, 5 cr
Basic concepts and principles of mechanics, heat and mechanical waves for students planning to major in engineering, computer science, chemistry, science or mathematics. Topics include: kinematics, dynamics, statics, work and energy, rotational motion, oscillations and wave motion, fluids, temperature, heat and concepts of thermodynamics. Calculus and vector methods are used throughout the course.
Pre or corequisite: MAT 1475/MA 475
PHYS 1442/SC 442
Physics 2.3
SCI Core 4 cl hrs 3 lab hrs, 5 cr
A continuation of PHYS 1441/SC 441. Electricity, magnetism and optics, electrostatics, electric current and electric circuits, magnetism, electromagnetic induction, alternating current circuits, electromagnetic waves, geometrical optics, optical instruments, spectra and elements of physical optics
Prerequisite: PHYS 1441/SC 441
PHYS 2443/SC 443
Physics 3.3
3 cl hrs, 3 lab hrs, 4 cr
Selected topics in physics and modern physics including: light, wave optics, interference, diffraction and polarization of light, relativity, origins of the quantum theory, atoms, the nucleus, elements of condensed matter, lasers, holography, elements of elementary particle physics and astrophysics.
Prerequisite: PHYS 1442/SC 442
PHYS 2601/SC 601
Introduction to Research
2 cl hrs, 3 lab hrs, 3 cr
A study of the theoretical and practical application of some basic techniques used in research. Emphasis is placed on an appreciation for the entire process of science from proposal through experimentation, including poster and oral presentations, to writing a final paper. Laboratory experiments are computerbased.
Prerequisites: MAT 1375/MA 375, ENG 1101/EG 101 and one semester of a college science course
