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Technology | Math | Physics

Physics

120A Science for Technical Applications
2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 3 units Grade only

PREREQUISITE: Mathematics 96, Intermediate Algebra, with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent; or Math Skill Assessment Level of 50.

This is a survey of science presenting basic vocabulary, concepts and scientific techniques that can be used to analyze and understand technical applications. The topics of study include the measurement of velocity and acceleration, the laboratory study of conductivity, Ohm's law, resistors in series and in parallel, the investigation of gas laws, capacitance bridge, Kirchoff's laws, AC voltage measurements, and the study of mass density and viscosity. The laboratory focuses on the specific current physical science needs of the Mecomtronics Technology Program. Analytical reading and problem solving are required for success in this course. The lectures address theory, concepts and problems required for a solid comprehension of basic physical science and to rapidly bring the student’s knowledge to a level where modern ideas can be understood.

COURSE QUICK JUMP:

102 Mecomtronics DC Circuits

103 Mecomtronics AC Circuits

104 Applied C Programming for Technology

201 Mecomtronics Electronic Devices and Circuits

202 Mecomtronics Introduction to Digital Electronics

203 Telecommunications

204 Industrial Electronics

181 Mecomtronics College Algebra and Trigonometry I

182 Mecomtronics College Algebra and Trigonometry II

183 Mecomtronics Calculus I

184 Mecomtronics Calculus II

120A Science for Technical Applications

120B Basic Physics for Technical Applications I

120C Basic Physics for Technical Applications II

120D Basic Physics for Technical Applications III

120B Basic Physics for Technical Applications I
3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 4 units Grade only

PREREQUISITE: Mecomtronics 120A, Science for Technical Applications, with a grade of “C” or better. Mathematics 181, Mecomtronics College Algebra and Trigonometry I, with a grade of "C" or better.
COREQUISITE: Mathematics 182, Mecomtronics College Algebra and Trigonometry II. 

This is an introductory survey of physics presenting tools that can be used in technical applications. The topics of study include measurement standards, scalar and vector quantities, kinematics in one, two and three dimensions, Newton's laws of motion, the gravitational force, the harmonic oscillator, work and energy, and momentum.  The course centers on "hands-on" approaches to analysis of physical phenomena, without neglecting conceptual rigor.  This course is intended for students in the Mecomtronics Computer Technology Program. This course meets general education requirements. (FT)
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120C Basic Physics for Technical Applications II
3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 4 units Grade only

PREREQUISITE: Mecomtronics 120B, Basic Physics for Technical Applications I, with a grade of “C” or better. Mathematics 182, Mecomtronics College Algebra and Trigonometry II, with a grade of "C" or better.
COREQUISITE Mathematics 183, Mecomtronics Calculus I

This course is the third course in a four course sequence in technical science and physics, and it is intended for the students enrolled in the Mecomtronics Computer Technology program  This is an introductory survey of physics presenting tools that can be used in technical applications. The topics of study include angular momentum and torque, solids and fluids, waves, temperature, heat transfer, the first and second laws of thermodynamics, and kinetic theory. Emphasis is placed on the conceptual nature of physical principles and on experimental studies that demonstrate the use of the equations discussed in the theory. Analytical reading and problem solving are required for success in this course.. This course meets general education requirements. (FT)

120D Basic Physics for Technical Applications III
3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab, 4 units Grade only 

PREREQUISITE: Mecomtronics Physics 120C, Basic Physics for Technical Applications II, with a grade of “C” or better. Mathematics 183, Mecomtronics Calculus I, with a grade of "C" or better.
COREQUISITE: Mathematics 184, Mecomtronics Calculus II

This course is the fourth course in a four course sequence in technical science and physics, and it is intended for the students enrolled in the Mecomtronics Computer Technology program.  This course is an introductory survey of physics presenting tools that can be used in technical applications. The topics of study include the electric field, electric potential, circuit elements, DC and AC circuit analysis, magnetic field, electromagnetism, geometric and physical optics, the special theory of relativity, discoveries in modern physics and an introduction to quantum mechanics. Emphasis is placed on the conceptual principles of physics, and experimental studies that demonstrate the use of the equations discussed in the theory. Analytical reading and problem solving are required for success in this course. This course meets general education requirements. (FT)

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