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PH 270 - College Physics I


Credit Hours: 4.5

An introductory course in general physics designed to meet the needs of liberal arts and allied health students. Emphasis placed on fundamental laws. Topics include vector analysis, linear and circular motion, Newtonian mechanics, conservation of energy and momentum, rigid body rotation, gravitation, wave motion, sound, thermal concepts, and gas laws.

Fulfills SUNY General Education – Natural Sciences.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  • explain and demonstrate the laws of nature;
  • apply and explain the laws of physics to society;
  • solve problems using computers;
  • use mathematical skills in problem solution;
  • write answers to qualitative questions; and
  • read and apply knowledge to technical reports and data.


Prerequisites: MT 125
Concurrent Registration: PH 271
F/S (C, N, S)