PHYS 10 - Introduction to Physics

    Recent Professors
    Thomas Renbarger
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    40 students
    Credits
    4
    Prerequisite
    Recommended Preparation: MATH 201 or MATH 202 or MATH 210D.
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    Elementary study of major topics of physics: Motion, forces, gravity, matter, energy, momentum, rotation, oscillation, sound, heat, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, light, quantum physics, atoms, nuclei, and relativity. Not open for credit to students who have completed or are currently enrolled in PHYS 2A-2B, 3A-3B, or 4A-4B-4C.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 2:30pm–4:20pm