| PHY 110 : General Physics |
Professor: Dennis M. Robbins
College: Borough of Manhattan Community College |
Semester: Fall 2007
Time: Friday 5:30-7:10
Section: 981
Credits: 4
Hours: 4 |
Discipline: Physics
Level: Undergraduate
Format: Hybrid |
Course Description:
This course serves as an introduction to physics, especially for students who are not science-oriented. A selected number of basic physical ideas are carefully examined. The relevance of the scientist and his/her work to the lives of non-scientists is continually examined. |
Special Requirements:
Microsoft Work, Internet Browser (Internet Explorer, Safari, Firefox), Java, Flash. |
Online Component:
Online materials use Virtual Laboratories to help students develop conceptual understanding of fundamental physics. Java-based computer simulations are integrated into weekly activities that allow students to do online investigations and to learn methods of scientific reasoning and inquiry. |
Pre-requisites:
none specified |
