Physics
The list below describes each course we offer, as well as prerequisites (if any) and a few other details. (How to read a course description).
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PHYS 101 Introduction to Physics
(4 credits) F, W, P (4,0,2,0,0)
This course provides a first introduction to physics. Students will examine topics involving motion, gravity, power, nuclear energy and electricity. Problem solving, analyzing graphs and lab work are important parts of this course.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Pre or Co-requisite(s): Principles of Math 11, or Pre-calculus 11, or MATH 072, or MATH 137, or MATH 172; or assessment.
PHYS 104 General College Physics 1
(4 credits) F, W, S (4,0,2,0,0)
This is the first part of a survey of physics primarily for students in life sciences and non-science programs. It is suitable for students who require Physics 12 as a prerequisite. Students explore kinematics, dynamics, work, energy and power, thermal energy, nuclear energy, fluids, circular motion and gravitation.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): Physics 11, or PHYS 101, or PHYS 150; or assessment; and Principles of Math 11, or Pre-calculus 11, or MATH 073, or MATH 137, or MATH 173.
PHYS 105 General College Physics 2
(4 credits) W, P (4,0,2,0,0)
PHYS 105 continues the survey of general college Physics topics, including properties of electric and magnetic fields and simple DC circuits. PHYS 104 and PHYS 105 satisfy laboratory science requirements for students in non-science programs.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 104; or departmental assessment.
PHYS 114 Fundamentals of Physics 1
(4 credits) F, W (4,0,2,0,0)
Designed as a foundation for further study in physical sciences, PHYS 114 surveys particle kinematics and dynamics in two and three dimensions; work, energy and power; momentum and collisions; simple harmonic motion, waves and superposition of waves. All sections include calculus.
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Prerequesites(s): "C" in Physics 12, or PHYS 104; or "B" in PHYS 151; or departmental assessment.
Pre or Co-requisite(s): MATH 100.
PHYS 115 Fundamentals of Physics 2
(4 credits) W, P (4,0,2,0,0)
Designed as a continuation of PHYS 114, PHYS 115 surveys simple harmonic motion and waves, thermodynamics, geometric optics, electric fields and potential, DC circuit analysis, magnetic fields, introduction to quantum mechanics and nuclear structure.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 114, and MATH 100.
Pre or Corequisite(s): MATH 101.
PHYS 116 Adv. Placement Physics Lab
(1 credit) W (0,0,2,0,0)
This course consists of Physics laboratory exercises at the first-year level, suitable for Advanced Placement Physics students. Exercises are drawn from topics in Newtonian mechanics, electricity and magnetism and include linear motion, work and energy, momentum, angular motion and momentum, electric and magnetic fields and forces.
Prerequisite(s): "C" in Physics 12; and "B" in Principles of Mathematics 12.
Corequisite(s): Advanced Placement Physics.
Pre or Corequisite(s): Calculus 12.
Open to Advanced Placement Physics students only.
PHYS 150 Technical Physics 1
(3 credits) Q1, Q2 (4,1, 2-alt weeks, 0,0)
PHYS 150 is a first course in physics with application to engineering technology, recommended for students who took Physics 11 several years ago. Students are introduced to the nature of physics and the methodology of problem-solving and data analysis. Topics include: measurement, graphs, 1-D kinematics, dynamics, mechanical and thermal energy.
Pre or Co-requisite(s): Principles of Math 11, or Pre-calculus 11, or MATH 073, or MATH 137, or MATH 172; or assessment.
PHYS 151 Technical Physics 2
(3 credits) Q2 (4,1, 2-alt weeks, 0,0)
This course bridges Physics 11 (or PHYS 150) to Year 1 of Engineering Technology programs. Students investigate the concepts of kinematics, dynamics, equilibrium, geometric optics, mechanical waves and sound with applications to various technologies. Emphasis is on the development of skills in problem solving, laboratory procedure and data analysis.
Prerequisite(s): Physics 11, or PHYS 101, or PHYS 150.
Pre or Co-requisite: MATH 173.
PHYS 154 Technical Physics 3
(4 credits) Q1 (4,1, 2-alt weeks, 0,0)
A physics course with applications relevant to Electronics Technology. Topics include: measurement, vectors, kinematics, dynamics, uniform circular motion, rotary motion, vibrations, waves, sound and light.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): Physics 11, or PHYS 101, or PHYS 151.
PHYS 160 Biomechanics of Sport
(3 credits) W (2,2, 2-alt weeks, 0,0)
This course is an introduction to Newtonian Mechanics in the context of human movement and the optimization of motor skills. The sequence of topics includes: terminology of biomechanics, Newton's Laws of Motion, forces, linear kinematics, work and energy, power, momentum, rotational kinematics, hydrostatics, and biomechanical analysis of sport.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): "C+" in Foundations of Math 11; or "C" in Principles of Math 11, or Pre-calculus 11, or MATH 073, or MATH 137; or assessment.
PHYS 191 Physics 1 Civil/Mechanical
(3 credits) Q1 (5,0, 2-alt weeks, 0,0)
A physics course enriched with applications relevant to civil and mechanical engineering technology. Topics include: measurement and units, vectors, kinematics, dynamics, work, energy and power, statics and rotational dynamics.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): Physics 11, or PHYS 101, or PHYS 151; or assessment.
Open to CIVIL, MECHENG or SOFTBRIDGE students only.
PHYS 192 Physics 2 Civil/Mechanical
(3 credits) Q2 (5,0, 2-alt weeks, 0,0)
A continuation of PHYS 191. Topics include: impulse, linear and angular momentum, simple harmonic motion, wave motion and standing waves, thermal properties of matter, electricity, simple DC circuits and electromagnetism.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 191.
PHYS 200 Mechanics 2
(4 credits) F (4,0,2,0,0)
A second-year, calculus-based course in classical mechanics and an introduction to special relativity. Topics include rotational motion, torque and angular momentum; oscillatory motion; mechanical waves; fluid mechanics; kinetic theory of gases; gravitation and planetary motion.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 115.
Pre or Corequisite(s): Math 101.
PHYS 210 Electricity and Magnetism
(4 credits) W (4,0,2,0,0) Q1 (4,0,2,1,0)
A calculus-based course in electricity and magnetism. Topics include: electrostatics, capacitance, dielectrics, electric circuits, magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction, Maxwell's equations.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 115.
PHYS 214 Science Laboratory Electronics
(4 credits) F (3,0,3,0,0)
An introduction to laboratory electronics and instrumentation. Topics include: D.C. circuits, A.C. circuits, solid state devices, integrated circuits, digital circuits. Students are required to pay a refundable deposit on lab equipment.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 115, MATH 100.
PHYS 215 Introductory Quantum Physics
(4 credits) W (4,0,2,0,0)
An introduction to selected topics in modern physics, including: the quantum theory of light, atomic structure, matter waves, and quantum mechanics in one and three dimensions.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 200.
Pre or Corequisite(s): MATH 220, and MATH 225.
PHYS 295 Physics (Engineering Bridge)
(4 credits) Q2 (4,0,2,0,0)
A Physics course for students in the Civil and Mining Engineering Bridge program. Topics will be reviewed and expanded beyond those covered in technology programs including thermal energy, mechanical waves, sound, physical optics, geometric optics, elementary electricity and magnetism, simple AC and DC circuits.
Open to CIVLBRIDGE and MINEBRIDGE students.
