PHY 251 01 - Physics I with Calculus (Lecture)

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Physics I with Calculus (Lecture) (PHY 251)

Term: 2025-2026 Fall Semester

Faculty

Christopher R Thoma
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Schedule

Mon, 11:00 AM - 11:55 AM (9/2/2025 - 12/19/2025) Location: CMCC JAL 513
Wed, 11:00 AM - 12:55 PM (9/2/2025 - 12/19/2025) Location: CMCC JAL 513

Description

PHY 251 Physics I with Calculus (Lecture)
3 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 0 Shop)
3 Hrs./Wk. (3 Hrs. Lecture) *15 wks.
This is the first course in a two-semester sequence for physical science and adjacent majors. Physics with Calculus I introduces the topics of translational and rotational statics and dynamics, and harmonic oscillators, examined using instantaneous rate of change where applicable. Additionally, this course will provide an overview of basic thermodynamics, conservation laws, and the properties of matter. Prerequisite: MAT 163 with a C or higher. Co-requisite PHY 252.