Physics
Physics
PHYSICS XL 10
This course presents the cultural and historical perspectives of physical ideas while delving into planetary motion, Newton's laws, light, sound, heat, and quantum mechanics.
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What you can learn.
What you can learn.
Integrate knowledge from physics with other disciplines
Comprehend scientific literature relevant to physics
Develop strong physical reasoning and problem solving skills
About This Course
This course covers planetary motion; Newton's laws; gravitation, electricity and magnetism; wave motion, light, sound and heat; relativity; quantum mechanics; atoms; subatomic particles; and the development of physical ideas in their cultural and historical perspective. Transferable for UC credit.
Prerequisites
Two years of high school mathematics, including algebra.
This course applies toward the following programs
Pre-Medical and General Science Studies
certificate
certificate
Boost your academic foundation to pursue a career change, apply to a health/professional program or enhance your knowledge in the sciences. Earned credits in this rigorous post-baccalaureate certificate program are transferable to UC and Cal State campuses, as well as other universities nationwide (some limitations may apply). Federal financial aid is available.
Boost your academic foundation to pursue a career change, apply to a health/professional program or enhance your knowledge in the sciences. Earned credits in this rigorous post-baccalaureate certificate program are transferable to UC and Cal State campuses, as well as other universities nationwide (some limitations may apply). Federal financial aid is available.