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You will find information below on Physics courses offered at Collin County Community College. In addition to the generic course requirements given, each instructor will provide a syllabus addendum unique to his/her class and instructional method.
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CCCCD PHYSICS COURSES

 PHYS 1401 - GENERAL PHYSICS I


PHYS-1401 Generic Course Syllabus

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COURSE DESCRIPTION
 Algebra-based physics course for the science major in areas of biology, medicine, and pharmacy. Includes laws of motion, heat, work and energy, and sound. 4 credit hours.

Lab required: PHYS-1401 Generic Lab Syllabus

Prerequisite: Two years of high school algebra and trigonometry, or equivalent, recommended.

PHYS 1402 - GENERAL PHYSICS II


PHYS-1402 Generic Course Syllabus

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If you are taking PHYS 1402 , you need important concepts from PHYS 1401. Read this document for details!!!

COURSE DESCRIPTION
 A continuation of Physics 1401. Includes electricity, magnetism, light, optics, relativity and atomic physics. 4 credit hours.

Lab required: PHYS-1402 Generic Lab Syllabus

Prerequisite: PHYS 1401.

PHYS 1411 - ELEMENTARY ASTRONOMY


PHYS-1411 Generic Course Syllabus

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COURSE DESCRIPTION
 Introduction to the solar system, stars, stellar groupings and galaxies;
telescopes and other astronomical instruments are discussed. Physical
characteristics of the motion of bodies in the solar system are studied along
with stellar evolution, supernova, black holes, neutron stars, comets, pulsars
and galaxies. Laboratory exercises, night observations, and planetarium and
observatory visits combine to enhance lecture material. 4 credit hours.

Lab required: PHYS-1411 Generic Lab Syllabus

Prerequisite: MATH 0305 or equivalent.

PHYS 1415 - PHYSICAL SCIENCE I


PHYS-1415 Generic Course Syllabus

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COURSE DESCRIPTION
 A unique, fascinating approach to physical science for liberal arts majors and
pre-service elementary teachers. Investigations of everyday phenomena of the
physical world, which helps students to achieve a well-grounded understanding
of selected science concepts as well as the skills that enable and encourage
rational independent thinking. 4 credit hours.

Lab required: PHYS-1415 Generic Lab Syllabus

Prerequisite: MATH 0305 or equivalent.

PHYS 2389 - ACADEMIC COOP PHYSICS


PHYS-2389 Generic Course Syllabus - NOT AVAILABLE
COURSE DESCRIPTION
 Integrates on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience in physics.
In conjunction with class seminars, the student will set specific goals and
objectives in the study of physics. Contact the Cooperative Work Experience
Office. 3 credit hours.

PHYS 2425 - UNIVERSITY PHYSICS I


PHYS-2425 Generic Course Syllabus

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

A calculus-based analysis of classical physics for science majors in fields
such as physics, computer science and engineering. Includes laws of motion,
force, momentum, work and energy, angular momentum, and rotational and
oscillatory motion. 4 credit hours.

Lab required: PHYS-2425 Generic Lab Syllabus

Prerequisite: MATH 2413.
Corequisite: MATH 2414.

*This course is also offered through the Center for Advanced Study in Mathematics and Natural Sciences (CASMNS). Please the current catalog for further information.

PHYS 2426- UNIVERSITY PHYSICS II


PHYS-2426 Generic Course Syllabus

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

Addresses electric fields, AC and DC currents, dielectrics, magnetic fields,
magnetic properties of matter, inductance, electromagnetism, properties of
waves and optics. 4 credit hours.

Lab required: PHYS-2426 Generic Lab Syllabus

Prerequisite: PHYS 2425 and MATH 2414.

*This course is also offered through the Center for Advanced Study in Mathematics and Natural Sciences (CASMNS). Please the current catalog for further information.