PHYS

Subject

PHYS

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

cobleskill.edu

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Subject

PHYS

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

cobleskill.edu

Subject

PHYS

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

cobleskill.edu

Subject

PHYS

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

cobleskill.edu

The first semester of a two-semester course in general physics. The emphasis will be placed on all branches of physics and their mathematical implications. It is assumed that each student will be quite familiar with the process of algebra and right triangle trigonometry. Areas of study will include: classical mechanics using a vector approach to statics and dynamics of rigid and non-rigid bodies, concepts of work, energy, power, momentum, heat and thermodynamics. Course fee of $25 is required. Co-requisite: PHYS 111X and PHYS 111Y (however, this course may be repeated without lab if PHYS 111X has been successfully completed previously). Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of three years of high school mathematics or MATH 111. This course consists of 3 class hours and 1 one-hour recitation [Fall] Gen Ed Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning), Liberal Arts/Sciences Elective [3 credits] [3 contact hours]

Subject

PHYS

Type

course

Repeatable

may be repeated without lab if PHYS 111X has been successfully completed previously).

Edition

2026

Source

cobleskill.edu

Laboratory experience directly related to the material in PHYS 111. The activities are designed to develop a better understanding of the concepts covered in lecture, and to develop skills in measurement, error analysis, observation and interpretation. Computers will be used for data acquisition and analysis. This course consists of 1 three-hour lab. Co- Learning-Other [1 credit] [3 contact hours]

Subject

PHYS

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

cobleskill.edu

Prerequisite

PHYS 111 [Fall] Gen Ed Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning), Liberal Arts/Sciences Elective, Applied

The recitation for PHYS 111. Co-requisite: PHYS 111 [Fall] [0 credits] [1 contact hour]

Subject

PHYS

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

cobleskill.edu

Subject

PHYS

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

cobleskill.edu

Laboratory experience directly related to the material in PHYS 112. The activities are designed to develop a better understanding of the concepts covered in lecture, and to develop skills in measurement, error analysis, observation and interpretation. Computers will be used for data acquisition and analysis. This course consists of 1 three-hour lab. Co- Page | 301 2026-2027

Subject

PHYS

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

cobleskill.edu

Prerequisite

PHYS 112 [Spring] Liberal Arts/Sciences Elective, Applied Learning-Other [1 credit] [3 contact hours]

The recitation for PHYS 112. Co-requisite: PHYS 112 [Spring] [0 credits] [1 contact hour]

Subject

PHYS

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

cobleskill.edu

Emphasis will be placed on familiarity with all branches of physics and the application of calculus to derivation of equations, problem solving, data analysis and error analysis. It is assumed that each student will be familiar with elementary techniques of differentiation and integration. Areas of study will include: classical mechanics, work and energy, conservation laws, simple harmonic motion, wave motion, gravitation, heat and thermodynamics. Credit may not be earned for both PHYS 111 and PHYS 211. This course consists of 3 class hours and 1 one-hour recitation. Course fee of $25 is required. Co-requisite: PHYS 211X and PHYS 211Y (however, this course may be repeated without lab if PHYS 211X has been successfully completed previously). Prerequisite: High School Regents Physics or PHYS 111 AND one semester of calculus (MATH 231) [Fall] Liberal Arts/Sciences Elective [3 credits] [3 contact hours]

Subject

PHYS

Type

course

Repeatable

may be repeated without lab if PHYS 211X has been successfully completed previously).

Edition

2026

Source

cobleskill.edu

Laboratory experience directly related to the material in PHYS 211. The activities are designed to develop a better understanding of the concepts covered in lecture, and to develop skills in measurement, error analysis, observation and interpretation. Computers will be used for data acquisition and analysis. This course consists of 1 three-hour lab. Co-

Subject

PHYS

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

cobleskill.edu

Prerequisite

PHYS 211 [Fall] Liberal Arts/Sciences Elective, Applied Learning-Other [1 credit] [3 contact hours]

The recitation for PHYS 211. Co-requisite: PHYS 211 [Fall] [0 credits] [1 contact hour]

Subject

PHYS

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

cobleskill.edu

PHYS 212 is a continuation of PHYS 211. Topics of study will include: electrostatics and electrodynamics, magnetostatics and magnetodynamics, electromagnetic radiation, geometrical and physical optics, and an introduction to modern physics (including special and general relativity and quantum theory). This course consists of 3 class hours and 1 one-hour recitation. Credit may not be earned for both PHYS 112 and PHYS 212. Course fee of $25 is required. Co-requisite: PHYS 212X and PHYS 212Y (however, this course may be repeated without lab if PHYS 212X has been successfully completed previously). Prerequisite: PHYS 211 [Spring] Liberal Arts/Sciences Elective [3 credits] [3 contact hours]

Subject

PHYS

Type

course

Repeatable

may be repeated without lab if PHYS 212X has been successfully completed previously).

Edition

2026-2027

Source

cobleskill.edu

Laboratory experience directly related to the material in PHYS 212. The activities are designed to develop a better understanding of the concepts covered in lecture, and to develop skills in measurement, error analysis, observation and interpretation. Computers will be used for data acquisition and analysis. This course consists of 1 three-hour lab. Co-

Subject

PHYS

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

cobleskill.edu

Prerequisite

PHYS 212 [Spring] Liberal Arts/Sciences Elective, Applied Learning-Other [1 credit] [3 contact hours]

The recitation for PHYS 212. Co-requisite: PHYS 212 [Spring] [0 credits] [1 contact hour]

Subject

PHYS

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

cobleskill.edu

Applied Thermodynamics is an advanced three-credit course that provides the student with a comprehensive understanding of the basic principles, concepts, and methods of thermodynamics with emphasis on the First and Second Laws. The macroscopic variables of pressure, volume, and temperature will be introduced and related to the thermodynamic concepts of work, internal energy, enthalpy, and entropy. Course work will also cover the ideal gas laws, phase diagrams, conservation of mass and energy and will include a discussion of reversible and irreversible processes. Students will develop their ability to analyze problems in a simple and logical manner by applying the basic principles of thermodynamics. While the course will be an introduction to classical thermodynamics, the approach to the material will be from an engineering perspective with examples and problems taken from real-life scenarios. This course is cross-listed with ENVR 303. Prerequisites: PHYS 111/111X or PHYS 211/211X and MATH 231 [Fall] Applied Learning-Other [3 credits] [3 contact hours] Page | 302 2026-2027

Subject

PHYS

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

cobleskill.edu

Alias

ENVR 303