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Aug 06, 2026
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SCIN 111 - Physical Science
PREREQUISITES: Demonstrated competency through appropriate assessment or earning a grade of “C” or better in ENGL 093 - Introduction to College Writing and ENGL 083 - Reading Strategies for College or ENGL 095 - Integrated Reading and Writing , or ENGL 075 - Co-Requisite Integrated Reading , and MATH 023 - Essentials of Algebra or MATH 080 - Mathematical Principles
PROGRAM: Physical Sciences
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2019
Introduces physical science concepts and theories pertaining to current applications and trends in physics, chemistry, earth science and astronomy. Includes lab.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:
- Apply the scientific method of inquiry, including analysis based on scientific concepts and observation.
- Apply dimensional analysis to convert physical quantities between the SI and USCS systems of units.
- Describe the history and origins of scientific concepts and principles.
- Solve elementary problems in kinematics and dynamics: motion, force, friction, gravitation, energy, heat, work, power, and simple machines.
- Solve elementary problems involving vibrations, waves, and sound.
- Solve elementary problems involving electricity and electromagnetism.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the organization of the periodic table and how chemical reactions manifest from this organization.
- Understand the link between geologic conditions and rock transformation.
- Evaluate the impact of plate tectonics on Earth’s geological features and natural disasters.
- Evaluate the primary forces shaping the Earth’s surface and their connection to geological features.
- Understand the formation and evolution of celestial bodies within our Solar System, including the Sun, the planets, the moons, the asteroids and the comets.
- Critically evaluate the credibility of scientific sources to support evidence-based arguments on contemporary environmental and societal challenges.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include - - Work and energy
- Newton’s laws of motion
- Mechanics
- Measurements in physical science
- Thermal physics
- Chemistry
- Waves and sound
- Selected topics from earth science and astronomy
- Electricity
- Laboratory experiments will be selected from the topics above.
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)
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