PHYS 1 - Introduction to Physics (4.0) A new version of this course will be effective Summer 2026

    Recent Professors
    Sewan Fan, Miguel Rocha-Gaso
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    35–55 students
    Credits
    4
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of PHYS 1
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · Cal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B1 · CSU GE Area B3
    Description
    This course is an introduction to the fundamental physical principles that control the world around us. Students will explore the fundamental principles of physics, their historical development, their application to everyday phenomena, and their impact upon political, social, and environmental issues. Laboratory exercises will explore the everyday world. ADVISORY: Mathematics 430 or skills equivalent to those in an Elementary Algebra course.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 11:20am–12:45pm