Physical Science
PS 101 College Physical Science (5)
Prerequisite: MAT100 - Beginning Algebra
This course provides an understanding and an appreciation of major concepts in modern science. The main areas of concentration will be physics, chemistry, geology, meteorology, and astronomy. Also some consideration will be given to the problems of energy and of the environment. This course is designed for those with no previous background in physical science. Work on laboratory experiments will provide experience with equipment and techniques.
PS 102 Concepts of Physics (4)
Prerequisite: MAT100 - Beginning Algebra, TST004 - Assessment
This course provides a qualitative introduction to the science of physics. Principles from Classic, Relativity and Quantum Theories are considered. The topics include: motion, forces, energy, thermodynamics, waves, electromagnetism, atomic physics, Special and General Reliativity. This course is intended as a broad-based introduction to physics for students who are not majoring in science. Three hours of lecture and one and a half hours of lab per week.
PS 104 Physical Geology (4)
The course offers an introduction to the basic principles of geology. The course covers geological measuring techniques, minerals and rocks, internal processes such as plate tectonics, earthquakes and volcanos, and surface processes such as streams, coasts, mass movement and glaciers. This course is intended as a broad-based introduction to geology for students who are not majoring in science. Three hours of lecture and one and a half hours of lab per week.
PS 105 World Physical Geography (3)
PS 107 General Chemistry (5)
This is a one semester course for students who have not had the equivalent of one year of high school chemistry. The course includes a survey of chemistry with special emphasis on solutions and biochemistry. It is a chemistry course for students majoring in scientific and technological fields such as allied health and agriculture. Three hours of lecture and three hours of lab.
PS 108 Astronomy (4)
Prerequisite: MAT100 - Beginning Algebra, TST004 - Assessment
This course provides a qualitative introduction to the nature of the solar system and beyond. Topics include: the celestial sphere, astronomical observation techniques, the planets and moons, asteroids and comets, the Sun, the lives and evolution of stars, pulsars, black holes, galaxies and dark matter. This course is intended as a broad-based introduction to astronomy for students who are not majoring in science. Three hours of lecture and one and a half hours of lab per week.
PS 111 College Chemistry I (5)
Prerequisite: MAT103 - Intermediate Algebra, TST005 - Instructor Permission
This course is a college-level introduction to chemistry. It is intended for those students majoring in technological and scientific fields such as engineering, pre-medical, pre-veterinary, pre-pharmacy, pre-dentistry, etc. It is also the prerequisite course for further chemistry studies in organic chemistry, biochemistry, etc. Emphasis will be placed on the study of chemical compounds, their properties and reactions, and the scientific laws which determine their behavior. Topics include basic chemical concepts, calculations with chemical formulas and equations, chemical reactions, thermochemistry, modern theories of the atom and electronic structure, chemical periodicity, and chemical bonds. This is the first semester of a two-semester sequence.
PS 112 College Chemistry II (5)
Prerequisite: PS 111 - College Chemistry I
This course is a continuation of the first-year chemistry course for students whose studies will continue in science or engineering. It is also a part of the required pre-professional courseload (eg, pre-medicine, pre-veterinary, etc.). Topics include crystals and solids, reaction kinetics, chemical equilibrium, solution chemistry including acid-base and complex-ion equilibria, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry. There is also a brief discussion of organic chemistry biochemistry, and nuclear chemistry.
PS 204 General Physics II (5)
Prerequisite: PS 203 - General Physics I
Continues General Physics I, includes the study of electricity, mangetism, electromagnetic induction, electromagnetic waves, optics, atomic and nuclear physics. A second semester course for students who require algebra-based physics. Includes three hours of lecture, on ehour of rectitation and two hours of lab per week.
PS 210 Organic Chemistry I (5)
Prerequisite: PS 111 - College Chemistry I, PS 112 - College Chemistry II, TST005 - Instructor Permission
This course is the first semester of a 2-semester sequence. Fundamental topics studied will include hybridization, bond and molecular orbitals, stereochemistry, acids and bases, chemical radicals, kinetics, thermodynamics, conformational analysis, and molecular structure. These topics will be applied to alkanes, haloalkanes, alkenes, and alcohols. Spectroscopic techniques including NMR, IR, and mass spec will be applied to structure determination of organic molecules.
PS 215 College Physics I (5)
Prerequisite: MAT110 - Calculus II
Covers in detail the analysis of units, physical quantities and vectors, motion, forces and equilibrium, oscillations and waves, gravitation, work, energy and thermodynamics. A first semester introductory course for students who require calculus-based physics such as engineering, chemistry, physics and pre-med majors. Includes three hours of lecture, one hours of recitation and two hours of lab per week. Additional purchase of lab manual may be required.
PS 216 College Physics II (5)
Prerequisite: PS 215 - College Physics I
Continues College Physics I, includes the study of electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic induction, electromagnetic waves, optics, atomic and nuclear physics. A second semester course for students who require calculus-based physics such as engineering, chemistry, physics and pre-med majors. Includes three hours of lecture and one hour of recitation and two hours of lab per week.
| 1 |