May 04, 2024  
2017-2018 College of Liberal Arts (Admitted Fall 2017/Spring 2018) 
    
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PHYS 103 - How Things Work

4 credits
Primarily for non-science majors, the course is a practical introduction to the physics of everyday life, focusing on the operation of objects in our daily environment. Potential objects for study include the roller coaster, musical instruments, automobile, television, laser, and nuclear reactor. Exploration of these devices leads to a conceptual understanding of general physics principles. Offered fall semester. CLA-Breadth/Natural Science



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