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PHYS141: How Things Work
PHYS141: How Things Work
Designed for non-science majors. Physical concepts including mechanics, heat, sound, electromagnetism and nuclear physics are studied in the context of everyday phenomena. Investigation begins with whole objects and looks inside them to see what makes them work. Because it concentrates on concepts rather than math, and on familiar objects rather than abstract constructs, this course offers students with many different learning styles substantial insights into our modern world.
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Delivery Method
Online
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Campus
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Hybrid
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Credits
3.0
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Department
Physics/Comp Sci/ Engineering
Where Will This Course Transfer?

Institution | Identifier | Name | Notes | Level |
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Blue Ridge Community College | PHY100 | Elements of Physics | 2-Year | |
Central Virginia Community College | PHY100 | Elements of Physics | 2-Year | |
Central Virginia Community College | PHY101 | Introduction to Physics I | 2-Year | |
Central Virginia Community College | PHY121 | Principles of Physics I | 2-Year | |
Eastern Shore Community College | PHY100 | Elements of Physics | 2-Year | |
Paul D. Camp Community College | PHYEEE | N/A | Credits may vary at the time of final evaluation. | 2-Year |
Southwest Virginia Community College | PHY121 | Principles of Physics I | 2-Year | |
Tidewater Community College | PHY100 | Elements of Physics | 2-Year | |
Virginia Highlands Community College | PHY121 | Principles of Physics I | 2-Year | |
William & Mary | PHYS1XX | Transfer Elective Course | Actual transfer credit may vary based on credit earned at host institution. | 4-Year |
Marymount University | PHYS901 | Physics Elective | 4-Year | |
Virginia Commonwealth University | PHYS107 | WONDERS OF TECHNOLOGY | 4-Year |
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