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2026 - 2027 General Catalog and Student Handbook

PHY 120 - Introduction to Physics

4 credits

Prerequisite(s): MTH 98  or higher or adequate placement test scores
This course provides an introduction to general physics for non-science majors. Topics in fundamental of mechanics, properties of matter, heat, and temperature, electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics are included.

Lab: Laboratory is required.
Note: Course may be used in Area V for AS/AA degrees