Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
SDCM-0138
Organization's ID:
Physics 101
Organization:
Study.com, LLC
Location:
Online
Length:
Self-Paced. 18 weeks (42 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 General Physics I
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to learn and apply fundamental physics principles and laws including vectors, linear momentum, fluids, motion, translational and rotational equilibrium, electric force fields and magnetism. This course also presents elements of modern physics and nuclear physics.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Determine if the forces on an object are balanced or unbalanced
  • Calculate kinetic, gravitational and elastic potential energies
  • Infer a final energy given a starting energy
  • Differentiate between mass and weight
  • Explain how a hydraulic lift works
  • Describe the three types of heat transference methods and give correct examples for each
  • Describe the relationship between electricity and magnetism
  • Explain the difference between how alpha, beta and gamma radiation affects the nucleus of an atom
  • Calculate displacement, velocity and acceleration

General Topics:

  • Introduction to Physics
  • Vectors
  • Kinematics
  • Force and the Laws of Motion
  • Work and Energy in Physics
  • Linear Momentum in Physics
  • Rotational Motion
  • Equilibrium and Elasticity
  • Waves, Sound and Light
  • Fluids in Physics
  • Thermodynamics in Physics
  • Electrostatics
  • Circuits in Physics
  • The Physics of Magnetism
  • Wave Optics
  • Relativity
  • Modern Physics & Nuclear Physics
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Quizzes

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials