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PHYS107: Physics for Life Sciences I
PHYS107: Physics for Life Sciences I
PHYS 107-108 is a two-semester algebra-based sequence designed to cover the fundamental concepts of physics for students in the life sciences, including pre-meds. Emphasis is placed on Newtonian mechanics, fluids and waves. High school science as well as algebra and trigonometry are assumed. Co-registration in the laboratory PHYS 107L is not required, but strongly encouraged. Students may receive credit for only one of PHYS 101, 101H, or 107.
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Online
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Campus
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Hybrid
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Credits
3.0
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Department
Physics
Where Will This Course Transfer?

Institution | Identifier | Name | Notes | Level |
---|---|---|---|---|
Central Virginia Community College | PHY101 | Introduction to Physics I | 2-Year | |
Central Virginia Community College | PHY121 | Principles of Physics I | 2-Year | |
Central Virginia Community College | PHY201 | General College Physics I | 2-Year | |
Eastern Shore Community College | PHY201 | General College Physics I | 2-Year | |
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College | PHY201 | General College Physics I | 2-Year | |
Northern Virginia Community College | PHY201 | General College Physics I | 2-Year | |
Paul D. Camp Community College | PHYEEE | N/A | Credits may vary at the time of final evaluation. | 2-Year |
Southside Virginia Community College | PHY201 | General College Physics I | 2-Year | |
Southwest Virginia Community College | PHY121 | Principles of Physics I | 2-Year | |
Virginia Peninsula Community College | PHY201 | General College Physics I | 2-Year | |
Tidewater Community College | PHY201 | General College Physics I | 2-Year | |
Virginia Highlands Community College | PHY121 | Principles of Physics I | 2-Year | |
Virginia Highlands Community College | PHY201 | General College Physics I | 2-Year | |
Virginia Western Community College | PHY201 | General College Physics I | 2-Year | |
Virginia Commonwealth University | PHYS2XX | PHYS Transfer Elective | 4-Year |
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