Physics 102 Basic Physics I is an algebra-based survey of mechanics. Course material includes basic concepts of vectors, particle kinematics and dynamics, energy, momentum, circular and rotational motion, thermal properties of matter, vibrations and sound, and fluids.
Prerequisites: Physics 11 or Math 12 or equivalent
Accessibility Services Notice
Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.Course Details| Total number of weeks | 15 |
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| Total Credits | |
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| Total Hours | 90 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lecture | 3 |
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| Lab (lab, field, computer) | 3 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- recognize that a role of physics is to describe phenomena of the natural world.
- show correct use of physics notation, including symbols, units, and vectors.
- apply a variety of problem-solving strategies in familiar and unfamiliar situations.
- discover the limitations of basic physics knowledge in trying to model real world phenomena.
- explain basic linear and oscillatory motion of everyday objects with graphing and algebraic techniques.
- apply Newton’s laws to a variety of first-year level forces problems.
- discuss everyday examples of the fluids and thermodynamics concepts covered in class.
- use electronic sensors and computer software in the physics lab in order to measure an object’s various mechanics quantities.
- communicate a written solution to a physics problem in a detailed and logical approach that peers in the physical sciences can readily follow.
- exhibit professional behaviours such as respect for colleagues and peers, punctuality, willingness to think independently, and pride in presentation of work.
Grading Table
| Percentage |
Letter Grade |
GPA |
| 90-100 |
A+ |
4.33 |
| 85-89 |
A |
4.00 |
| 80-84 |
A- |
3.67 |
| 76-79 |
B+ |
3.33 |
| 72-75 |
B |
3.00 |
| 68-71 |
B- |
2.67 |
| 64-67 |
C+ |
2.33 |
| 60-63 |
C |
2.00 |
| 55-59 |
C- |
1.67 |
| 50-54 |
P |
1.00 |
| 0-49 |
F |
0.00 |
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DNW |
0.00 |
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Disclaimer
Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.