The courses must be approved by the department chair. It is required that a minimum of Calculus I, II, III as well as Differential Equations be taken by all physics or pre-engineering majors. General Physics I dealing mainly with mechanics and wave motion. A broad introduction to general physics for students who have taken an introductory calculus course.
Main areas covered are mechanics and waves.
Specific topics include vectors, kinematics, Newton's laws of motion, rotation, equilibrium, wave motion and sound. Mathematics 1220 or consent of instructor. Experiments to accompany General Physics II dealing mainly with electromagnetism and optics. The continuation of General Physics I . General topics covered are electricity, magnetism and optics.