PHYS 002A - General Physics - Mechanics

    Recent Professors
    Kim Ebert, Doug Epperson, Kashi Nath
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    32 students
    Credits
    5
    Prerequisite
    MATH 000D or MATH 002.
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · Cal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    This trigonometry-based first course in Physics is designed for students in majors other than engineering or the physical sciences. The course covers mechanics (motion, forces, torques, energy, momentum, and rotation), thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics. Students are encouraged to engage with concepts and problems.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 8:40am–10:45am, Fri 9:00am–12:10pm, Fri 12:30pm–3:40pm, Fri 8:50am–12:00pm