PHSC 100 - General Physical Science

Number of Credits: 4
General Physical Science is a one-term course designed for the non-science major and is well suited for students who plan to teach at the elementary and middle school levels. This is a conceptual course encompassing fundamental principles of physics and chemistry. Emphasis is placed on the scientific method, the history of ideas and the interrelationship among various areas of scientific inquiry. Content is based on topics recommended by the National Science Education Content Standards Document and those of the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education. These topics include the phenomena of matter, chemical reactions, motion, force, energy, sound, electricity, magnetism, and light. The laboratory component provides students the opportunity to apply concepts learned with hands-on activities and experiments. (Fall & Spring Only) Three hours lecture each week. Two hours laboratory each week. Four Credits. Four billable hours.

GENERAL EDUCATION Category: Biological and Physical Sciences

Pre-requisite(s): eligibility for ENGL 101 , plus exemption/completion of MAT 094, MAT 015 , or MATH 113 with a minimum grade of C.
Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Explain scientific laws and principles in the areas of Newton’s laws of motion, momentum, energy, fluid mechanics, heat and thermal energy, electricity, magnetism, sound, light, atomic structure, and basic chemistry. (GE1)
Solve simple problems using scientific laws and principles in the areas of Newton’s laws of motion, momentum, energy, fluid mechanics, heat and thermal energy, electricity, magnetism, sound, light, atomic structure, and basic chemistry. (GE2)
Describe the significance of some of the major discoveries of science. (GE1)
Perform collaborative laboratory experiments using the scientific method to collect and interpret data, analyze results, and communicate conclusions. (GE1, GE2)
Research and present information on selected topics in the course using various modes of communication. (oral, written, visual). (GE1, GE2, GE4, GE5)