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Oct 23, 2026
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PHYS 1328 - College Physics II
Credits: 6
Catalog Description
This is the second semester of a two-semester sequence of introductory physics for students with any major. This course uses a calculus-based mathematical representation. This course also meets requirements for students majoring in engineering, mathematics, and computer science. Topics include electricity, magnetism, DC and AC electrical circuits, electromagnetism, and geometrical and physical optics.
Prerequisite(s) (must have a grade of C or better): PHYS 1327 and MATH 1401 or concurrent enrollment
Recommended Skills, Abilities, or Coursework: Successful completion of MATH 1401
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:
- Electrostatics
- DC circuits
- Magnetism
- AC circuits
- Electromagnetism
- Geometric and physical optics
- Demonstrate the following skills as they relate to labs in the major areas of course content:
- Collect data using equipment
- 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
- Electrostatics
- DC Circuits
- Magnetism
- AC Circuits
- Optics: geometrical and physical
Credit for Prior Learning Options
No credit for prior learning option is available for this course.
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