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May 02, 2026
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2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalog This is not the most recent catalog version; be sure you are viewing the appropriate catalog year.
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PSCI 110 The Science of Everyday Life [GEKN]
This course is designed to give students a background in the principles of physics as applied to everyday living - a qualitative discussion of the key physical principles and how they relate to modern living and informed decisions about science and society. The laboratory experiments are hands-on experiences to provide evidence in support of underlying physical principles.
Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Fall and Winter
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Restriction by Class - Undergraduate standing
Additional Information - The course does not count toward a physics major or minor (See Programs - Physics and Astronomy ).
Rationale for Knowledge of the Disciplines - This course is a general introduction to the physical laws that govern everyday experiences and activities. Examples include the laws of mechanics which govern how motor vehicles behave and how sound is transmitted and perceived. The laws of thermodynamics in part determine our home fuel bills and why layered clothing can keep us warmer. Knowledge of the laws governing the flow of electricity can help us to avoid home electrical fires. understanding the structure of atoms and of the atomic nucleus sheds light on the properties of a wide range of materials as well as one of the reasons for the prodigious energy released by nuclear weapons and the benefits and dangers of nuclear reactors.
Keywords: Physical Science , Knowledge of the Disciplines - Natural Sciences (GEKN)
Equivalent Courses: PHY 110
Updates: Change to credit hours 10/2018, effective Fall 2019; Course Rotation added 10/2018
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