PHYS 1415 - Physical Science

• use the principles of mechanics to solve problems involving motion, forces, energy, momentum, and repetitive motion;
• describe the basic principles of fluid mechanics;
• demonstrate an understanding of the principles of heat and thermodynamics;
• solve basic problems involving electricity;
• describe the relationship between electricity and magnetism;
• describe the characteristics of light and the electromagnetic spectrum;
• demonstrate an understanding of the atomic model and nuclear energy;
• demonstrate understanding of the basis of science using terms such as scientific method, hypothesis, law, theory, and pseudoscience;
• discuss energy resources.