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Catalog Description
Characteristics of science, historical development of scientific concepts, and interactions with society illustrated by topics from physical sciences, with emphasis in physics and chemistry. Designed for non-science majors. (3 hrs. lect.)
Prerequisite: Credit for MATH 25 or equivalent or consent of instructor.
Co-requisite: PHYS 122L.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Recognize the fundamental principles and philosophy upon which the scientific method is based.
- Apply the basic concepts of physics and chemistry.
- Apply the concept of conservation laws in problem solving.
- Apply basic mathematics to problems in physics and chemistry.
- Define the common terms used in the physical sciences.
- Assess the limitations of the scientific method and apply error analysis.
- Recognize the physical science principles as applied to everyday situations.
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