Physical Science Courses offered at NICC
A survey course in the physical sciences with emphasis on scientific processes and problem solving. Areas of study will include selected topics in physics, chemistry, astronomy, geology and meteorology. A scheduled laboratory will supplement classroom activities. (Previously known as PHY 110)
Laboratory course to accompany PHYS 1100. Investigations in physics, chemistry, geology, meteorology, and astronomy. (Previously known as PHY 111) *Pre/Co-requisite: PHYS 1100; Prerequisite: MATH 0900 or comparable proficiencies on math placement exam
An introduction to concepts and theories of the physical universe, including motion, electricity, magnetism, light, and the fundamental constituents of matter as applied to the various programs of study. (Previously known as PHY 120) *Prerequisite: MATH 1100 or consent of instructor
Laboratory course to accompany PHYS 1200. Investigations in physics, chemistry, geology, meteorology, and astronomy. Investigates concepts and theories of the physical universe, including motion, electricity, magnetism, light, and the fundamental constituents of matter. (Previously known as PHY 121) *Pre/Co-requisite: PHYS 1200; Prerequisite: MATH 0900 or comparable proficiencies on math placement exam.
Detailed algebra and trigonometry study of one and two dimensional motion. Topics will include kinematics, Newton’s Laws, energy, momentum, and rotational motion. Additional topics from the areas of oscillations and waves, fluids, and thermal physics may also be covered. Prerequisite: Trigonometry or equivalent
Detailed algebra and trigonometry continuation of Elementary General Physics I. Topics covered will include electricity, magnetism, and optics. Additional topics from the areas of thermal physics, waves, and modern physics may also be covered. Prerequisite: Elementary General Physics I or equivalent
(Previously known as PHY 290)
(Previously known as PHY 299)
(Previously known as PHY 299)