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Oct 23, 2026
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PHYS 1317 - General Physics I
Credits: 5
Catalog Description
This is the first semester of a two-semester sequence of introductory physics for students with any major. This course uses an algebra-based mathematical representation. Topics include kinematics, Newton’s laws of motion, energy, momentum, rotational motion, fluids, gravitation, oscillations and waves, and thermodynamics.
Prerequisite(s) (must have a grade of C or better): MATH 1200 or concurrent enrollment
Recommended Skills, Abilities, or Coursework: Successful completion of MATH 1200
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) Goal Area(s) fulfilled: Goal 03: Natural Sciences
Additional fee to student: No
Learner Outcomes
- Demonstrate the ability to solve computational and conceptual problems in the following areas:
- Kinematics
- Forces and Newton’s laws
- Conservation principles
- Rotational motion
- Oscillations
- Waves
- Thermodynamics
- Demonstrate the following skills as they relate to labs in the major areas of course content:
- Collect data using equipment - especially computer interfaced probes
- Record and organize data
- Estimate and propagate uncertainties in calculations
- Analyze data
- Interpret results of experiments
- Individually and/or collaboratively prepare laboratory results with proper English
- Work effectively and cooperatively in a group setting
Major Areas of Course Content
- 1 and 2 dimensional kinematics
- Forces and Newton’s laws
- Energy, momentum and conservation principles
- Rotational motion and torque
- Gravitation
- Fluids
- Oscillations
- Waves
- Thermodynamics
Credit for Prior Learning Options
No credit for prior learning option is available for this course.
Course Notes
This course is also offered through Anoka-Ramsey’s Concurrent Enrollment Program.
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