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Oct 23, 2026
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PHYS 1007 - Elementary Physics
Credits: 4
Catalog Description
This course is survey of major concepts, methods, and applications of physics. Topics include a description of motion, Newton’s Laws, conservation principles (energy and momentum), waves, thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, optics, and modern physics. It is for students not majoring in engineering, math, or science related fields who need a basic understanding of physics.
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) Goal Area(s) fulfilled: Goal 03: Natural Sciences
Additional fee to student: No
Learner Outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of concepts in several of the following areas:
- Kinematics
- Forces and Newton’s laws
- Conservation principles
- Oscillations and waves
- Thermodynamics
- Electrostatics
- Magnetism
- Electrical circuits
- Electromagnetism
- Optics
- Modern physics
- Demonstrate the following abilities as they relate to labs in the major areas of course content:
- Collect data using a variety of equipment.
- Record and organize data in tables and graphs.
- Estimate experimental uncertainties and propagate uncertainty.
- Analyze data using a variety of techniques and technologies.
- Interpret the results of experiments relative to the objectives and the uncertainties of the data.
- Individually and/or collaboratively prepare laboratory reports with proper English.
- Work effectively and cooperatively in groups.
Major Areas of Course Content
- Kinematics
- Forces and Newton’s Laws
- Conservation principles (energy and momentum)
- Oscillations and waves
- Thermodynamics
- Electrostatics
- Electrical circuits
- Magnetism
- Optics
- Modern physics
Credit for Prior Learning Options
No credit for prior learning option is available for this course.
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