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PHYS103: Physics and Everyday Phenomena I
PHYS103: Physics and Everyday Phenomena I
The course uses basic physics concepts from the areas of mechanics and thermodynamics to explain a wide range of everyday phenomena, such as how we walk and drive, how a ship floats, how clothing keeps us warm, and why it rains when we have a low pressure system. Notes: For nonscience majors.
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Delivery Method
Online
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Campus
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Delivery Method
Hybrid
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Credits
4.0
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Department
PHYS
Where Will This Course Transfer?

Institution | Identifier | Name | Notes | Level |
---|---|---|---|---|
Eastern Shore Community College | PHY201 | General College Physics I | 2-Year | |
Laurel Ridge Community College | PHY101 | Introduction to Physics I | 2-Year | |
Southside Virginia Community College | PHY201 | General College Physics I | 2-Year | |
Tidewater Community College | PHY201 | General College Physics I | 2-Year | |
Virginia Western Community College | PHY201 | General College Physics I | 2-Year | |
George Washington University | PHYS1011 | General Physics I | 4-Year | |
William & Mary | PHYS1XX | Transfer Elective Course | Actual transfer credit may vary based on credit earned at host institution. | 4-Year |
Old Dominion University | NSCP1REQ | ELECTIVE | 4-Year | |
Virginia Commonwealth University | PHYS101 | FOUNDATIONS OF PHYSICS | 4-Year | |
Virginia Commonwealth University | PHYZ101 | FOUNDATIONS OF PHYSICS LAB | 4-Year |
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