undergraduate bulletin - LaGrange College
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INTRODUCTION<br />
PHYSICS<br />
Why study physics? Physics is crucial to understanding the world around us, the world inside us,<br />
and the world beyond us. It is the most basic and fundamental science. Physics encompasses the<br />
study of the universe, from the largest galaxies to the smallest subatomic particles. Physics<br />
challenges our imaginations and leads to great discoveries that change our lives. The computer<br />
that you are using and the laser that reads your CDs were developed as a result of basic physics<br />
research. Are you curious about how the world works?<br />
The Physics curriculum at <strong>LaGrange</strong> <strong>College</strong> serves two (2) basic purposes:<br />
an introduction to the physical sciences, oriented towards transforming critical thinking by<br />
developing problem solving, analytical reasoning skills, and data collection and analysis<br />
skills suitable for the Core requirements of the <strong>College</strong>;<br />
courses that support programs in mathematics, chemistry, biology, computer science, dualdegree<br />
in engineering, education, and preparation for health professional schools, including<br />
medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, pharmacy, and physical therapy.<br />
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE MINOR CONCENTRATION IN PHYSICS<br />
A minor in Physics requires at least 15 semester hours, with at least a C average. The required<br />
courses include<br />
PHYS 2121 and 2122 General Physics I and II<br />
PHYS 3201 Introduction to Modern Physics<br />
PHYS 3302 Introduction to Quantum Mechanics<br />
Prerequisites and co-requisites include<br />
8 semester hours<br />
4 semester hours<br />
3 semester hours<br />
MATH 2222 Analytic Geometry and Calculus II<br />
MATH 2223 Analytic Geometry and Calculus III<br />
4 semester hours<br />
4 semester hours<br />
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS (PHYS)<br />
PHYS 1101 Introductory Physics I. (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab per week) (4) Fall<br />
A non-calculus-based introduction to elementary kinematics, dynamics, energy, momentum,<br />
fluids, and thermodynamics. Physics is a science of measurement, testing, and<br />
experimentation—inquiry-based laboratories make Physics come to life!<br />
Prerequisite: MATH 2105<br />
PHYS 1102 Introductory Physics II. (3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab per week) (4) Spring<br />
A continuation of PHYS 1101 and an introduction to sound and waves, electric and magnetic<br />
fields, electric circuits, light and optics, and nuclear physics. Physics is a science of<br />
measurement, testing, and experimentation—inquiry-based laboratories make Physics come to<br />
life!<br />
Prerequisite: PHYS 1101<br />
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