Physical Science 103 introduces students to the fundamental concepts of physics and chemistry. During the physics portion of the course students will learn about the physical laws that govern motion. Students will study different types of forces and mechanical energy. In chemistry students will investigate the interactions between elements.
Chemistry begins with a study of atomic structure and how chemical activity is determined.
Types of chemical bonds, the Periodic Table, compounds and molecules, chemical names, chemical equations, types of chemical reactions, and acids and bases will all be studied. More than two unexcused or unapproved absences from lab will result in a failure for the laboratory. If this limits is exceeded by excused or approved absences, then the student will receive an incomplete. Absences from lecture have historically proven to result a diminished understanding of course material and an accompanying impaired performance on exams. Students who miss lecture are warned that they do so at their own risk.