3 courses with the subject PHYS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
PHYS 1030Introduction to Astronomy4
Explore humans’ place in the Universe by studying the Sun, Earth, Solar System, and beyond. A look at the origin, history, and possible fate of the Universe with a survey of nebula, stars, galaxies, and cosmology. Meets MnTC Goal 3L Major Content Areas Objects and Organization of Known Universe Stars and Stellar Evolution History of Astronomy Solar System Tools of Astronomy Learning Outcomes Analyze data through graphing and other data interpretation techniques. Comprehend present theories of stellar evolution and cosmology. Identify basic concepts of astronomy. Show mathematical ability to use very large numbers in astronomy (metric system, new units, and powers of ten.) Identify or illustrate ideas from the history of Astronomy. Describe the characteristics of objects beyond the solar system. Describe the characteristics of objects within the solar system. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 03 - Natural Science
Placement Level Pre-College Level Math This is an introductory course in Physics and its applications. The course is designed for individuals with no previous experience in physics. In this course students will learn basic theory and application of classical physics in everyday life, and how to apply that knowledge through problem solving, simulation, and laboratory experiments. Topics to be covered include: linear and rotational motion, vectors, forces and equilibrium, work and energy, momentum, properties of solids, liquids andgases, heat and thermodynamics, and waves and sound. Meets MnTC Goal 3L Learning Outcomes acquire basic theory and application of classical physics and be able to apply these skills through problem solving, simulation, and laboratory experiments learn the definitions of and how to solve practical problems develop an understanding of Systems International and English units utilize scientific method to verify or discover physical phenomena demonstrate and apply critical thinking skills to solve a variety of problems demonstrate effective use of resources including faculty, other students, reference materials, industry sources, and the Internet Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 03 - Natural Science
Prerequisites MATS 1300 or MATS 1340 This course is the first of two courses that cover non-calculus physics topics. These topics include: mechanics, concepts of energy and momentum, basic laws of motion, structure of matter, gas laws, heat and thermodynamics, waves and sound. Meets MnTC Goal 3L. Learning Outcomes Solve physics problems with reasonable skill Describe interrelationships between physics and other sciences, the work and activities of practicing scientists in these fields. Use techniques and procedures in the laboratory to gain experience with physical investigations. Recognize and use a broad range of physical applications in the real world. Communicate orally and in writing the important ideas of physics. Understand and apply important concepts of physics. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals 03 - Natural Science
