PSCI 1520 - Introduction to Physical Science Lecture and Laboratory

    Recent Professors
    James P. May
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026, Spring 2025, Spring 2024
    Class Size
    24 students
    Credits
    4
    Prerequisite
    Prerequisite Prerequisite: Successful completion of Mathematics 1050 with a grade of 'C' or better
    Spring 2026 Sections
    View Spring 2026 sections of PSCI 1520
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · Cal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1 · CSU GE Area B3
    Description
    This course introduces the fundamental concepts of physics and chemistry. Physics topics include motion, force, simple machines, work, energy, conservation of energy, electricity, magnetism, thermodynamics, and electromagnetic radiation. Chemistry topics include atomic theory and structure, the periodic table, chemical and physical properties of elements and compounds, chemical reactions, chemical bonding, solutions, and organic chemistry. The course is designed for liberal arts and education majors.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 1:10pm–2:25pm, Mon Wed 2:35pm–3:50pm, Mon Wed 5:40pm–6:55pm, Mon Wed 7:05pm–8:20pm