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PHYS 152 - General Physics II & Lab

(4 units) CO4L
For non-physical science majors. Electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic waves, optics, relativity, introductory quantum physics and nuclear physics. Laboratory experiments illustrate many of these fundamental principles.

Prerequisite(s): PHYS 151 .

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. demonstrate problem solving skills in various types of problems in physics using quantitative reasoning, critical thinking and appropriate mathematical techniques.
2. use scientific methods to understand and explain concepts in electricity and magnetism, light and physical optics and modern physics.
3. make connections between physics concepts and principles to a variety of practical applications such as laser printers, optical discs, electric motors, domestic appliances, and nuclear reactors.
4. demonstrate skills in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data from laboratory experiments and reporting the results in written form.


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