Aug 06, 2026  
2025-2026 College Catalog and Student Handbook 
  
2025-2026 College Catalog and Student Handbook

PHY 1053 - General Physics I



Prerequisite(s): MAC 1114  
Corequisite(s): PHY 1053L  
This course is the first in a two-part series intended for non-physics majors, offering an algebra and trigonometry approach to topics such as kinematics, dynamics, energy, momentum, rotational motion, fluid dynamics, oscillatory motion, and waves. The course fosters analytical and critical thinking skills to promote a scientific understanding of the real world.
Semester Hours: 3 credit hours
Semester Offered: Fall, Spring
Fees: None
Course Designations: College Transfer. Meets AA General Education Core, Natural Sciences (Physical Sciences) requirement.