Physical Science

Courses

PH 105: Environmental Science

Class Program
Physical Science
Credits 3
Broad coverage of the environmental problems which exist on the earth today and a study of the ecological principles and approaches for the solution of these problems.
Semester Offered
Fall
Spring
Online - Spring

PH 109: Introduction to Physical Science

Class Program
Physical Science
Credits 4

For non-science majors. The language and practice of the physical sciences such as astronomy, chemistry, meteorology and physics, from the structure of the universe to the structure and properties of matter and the nature and functions of energy. One lab/week.

Prerequisites

MA150 or equivalent 

MA150 may be taken concurrently 

Semester Offered
Fall
Spring

PH 122: Introduction to Astronomy

Class Program
Physical Science
Credits 3
A study of the sky, brief history of astronomy, tools used in astronomy, stars from birth to death, galaxies, cosmology, planets, meteorites, asteroids, comets, and the possibility of life on other worlds.
Semester Offered
Spring

PH 207: Earth Science: Soils and Water

Class Program
Physical Science
Credits 3
The physical principles and processes associated with soil formation, soil chemistry, surface waters and groundwater. Topics will also include the interaction of these principles and processes with human populations and ecosystems.

Prerequisites

CH 111 or BI 104.

Semester Offered
Spring as needed

PH 305: Earth Science: Geology

Class Program
Physical Science
Credits 4
Fees
Lab fee $25.
A study of the physical, chemical, and geological nature of the earth; the external forces and internal processes that make a unique and dynamic planet. One lab/week.
Semester Offered
Spring as needed

PH 309: Earth Science: Meteorology

Class Program
Physical Science
Credits 2
A study of the earth's atmosphere with respect to weather elements, solar radiation and temperature, wind and pressure systems, storms and atmospheric disturbances, observations, maps and forecasting.
Semester Offered
Spring as needed

PH 315: General Physics I

Class Program
Physical Science
Credits 5
Fees
Course fee $15.
Description and causes of motion utilizing trigonometry, vector analysis, and field concepts. Topics include linear and rotational motion, forces, torque, gravity, energy and momentum conservation, fluids and thermodynamics. Two laboratories per week.

Prerequisites

MA 170 or MA 190.

Semester Offered
Fall

PH 365: General Physics II

Class Program
Physical Science
Credits 5
Fees
Course fee $15.
A study of static and current electricity, electric and magnetic fields, and wave motion, including sound and electromagnetic waves. Introduction to modern physics. Two laboratories per week.

Prerequisites

PH 315.

Semester Offered
Spring

PH 376: Independent Study

Class Program
Physical Science
Credits 1 3
Reading or research at a greater depth than in a normal class.

Prerequisites

Permission of the instructor, division dean and Vice President of Academic Affairs.

PH 476: Independent Study

Class Program
Physical Science
Credits 1 3
Reading or research at a greater depth than in a normal class.

Prerequisites

Permission of the instructor, division dean and Vice President of Academic Affairs.