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Oct 23, 2026
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PHY 251 - General Physics I
Lecture: 3
Lab: 3
Credits: 4
State Prerequisites: Take MAT 271
State Corequisites: Take MAT 272
This course uses calculus-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include units and measurement, vector operations, linear kinematics and dynamics, energy, power, momentum, rotational mechanics, periodic motion, fluid mechanics, and heat. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered.
Transfer Note: This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement as a general education course in Natural Science.
State Course Code S12543
UGETC: This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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