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Collin College. In addition to the generic
course requirements given, each instructor will provide a
syllabus addendum unique to his/her class and instructional
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COLLIN COLLEGE
PHYSICS COURSES

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PHYS
1401 - GENERAL PHYSICS I
Wilson/Buffa/Lou, College Physics, 7th Edition. ISBN: 0321601831
Optional – Lou, Bo, Study Guide and Selected Solutions Manual I for College Physics, 7/e
ISBN: 0321592743
Publisher's
Student Web Resources
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COURSE
DESCRIPTION
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Algebra-based
physics course for the science major in areas of biology, medicine,
and pharmacy. Includes laws of motion, heat, work and energy, and
sound.
4
credit hours.
Lab
required:
PHYS-1401
Generic Lab Syllabus
Prerequisite:
Two years of high school algebra and trigonometry, or equivalent,
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PHYS
1402 - GENERAL PHYSICS II
Wilson/Buffa/Lou, College Physics, 7th Edition.
ISBN: 0321601831 (same as phys 1401)
Optional – Lou, Bo, Study Guide and Selected Solutions Manual I for College Physics, 7/e
ISBN: 0321592786
Publisher's
Student Web Resources
If you are taking PHYS 1402 , you need important concepts from PHYS 1401. Read this document for details!!! |
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COURSE
DESCRIPTION
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A
continuation of Physics 1401. Includes electricity, magnetism, light,
optics, relativity and atomic physics. 4 credit hours.
Lab
required:
PHYS-1402
Generic Lab Syllabus
Prerequisite:
PHYS 1401. |

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COURSE
DESCRIPTION
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Introduction
to the solar system, stars, stellar groupings and galaxies;
telescopes and other astronomical instruments are discussed. Physical
characteristics of the motion of bodies in the solar system are studied
along
with stellar evolution, supernova, black holes, neutron stars, comets,
pulsars
and galaxies. Laboratory exercises, night observations, and planetarium
and
observatory visits combine to enhance lecture material. 4 credit hours.
Lab
required:
PHYS-1411
Generic Lab Syllabus
Prerequisite:
MATH 0305 or equivalent. |

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PHYS
1415 - PHYSICAL SCIENCE I
Conceptual Physical Science with MasteringPhysics, 5th Edition, Authors: Paul G. Hewitt , John A. Suchocki, Leslie A. Hewitt, ISBN-10: 0-321-80418-X
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COURSE
DESCRIPTION
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A
unique, fascinating approach to physical science for liberal arts
majors and
pre-service elementary teachers. Investigations of everyday phenomena
of the
physical world, which helps students to achieve a well-grounded understanding
of selected science concepts as well as the skills that enable and
encourage
rational independent thinking. 4 credit hours.
Lab
required:
PHYS-1415
Generic Lab Syllabus
Prerequisite:
MATH 0305 or equivalent. |

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PHYS
2389 - ACADEMIC COOP PHYSICS
PHYS-2389 Generic Course Syllabus
- NOT AVAILABLE
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COURSE
DESCRIPTION
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Integrates
on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience in physics.
In conjunction with class seminars, the student will set specific
goals and
objectives in the study of physics. Contact the Cooperative Work Experience
Office. 3 credit hours. |

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PHYS
2425 - UNIVERSITY PHYSICS I
Giancoli, Physics for Scientists and Engineers, 4th Edition.
ISBN: 0131495089
Optional – Student Study Guide and Selected Solutions Manual for Scientists & Engineers, Vol. 1
ISBN: 0132273241
Publisher's
Student Web Resources
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COURSE
DESCRIPTION
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A
calculus-based analysis of classical physics for science majors
in fields
such as physics, computer science and engineering. Includes laws
of motion,
force, momentum, work and energy, angular momentum, and rotational
and
oscillatory motion. 4 credit hours.
Lab
required:
PHYS-2425
Generic Lab Syllabus
Prerequisite:
MATH 2413.
Corequisite:
MATH 2414.
*This
course is also offered through the Center for Advanced Study in
Mathematics and Natural Sciences (CASMNS).
Please the current catalog for further information.
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PHYS
2426- UNIVERSITY PHYSICS II
Giancoli, Physics for Scientists and Engineers, 4th Edition. ISBN: 0131495089
Optional – Student Study Guide and Selected Solutions Manual for Scientists & Engineers, Vol. 2 & 3
ISBN: 013227325X
Publisher's
Student Web Resources
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COURSE
DESCRIPTION
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Addresses
electric fields, AC and DC currents, dielectrics, magnetic fields,
magnetic properties of matter, inductance, electromagnetism, properties
of
waves and optics. 4 credit hours.
Lab
required:
PHYS-2426
Generic Lab Syllabus
Prerequisite:
PHYS 2425 and MATH 2414.
*This
course is also offered through the Center for Advanced Study in
Mathematics and Natural Sciences (CASMNS).
Please the current catalog for further information.
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