Course Detail
Units:
2.0
Course Components:
Lecture
Enrollment Information
Enrollment Requirement:
Prerequisites: 'C-' or better in MATH1050 OR (AccuplacerCLM 80+ OR AccuplacerAAF 263+)
Corequisites: MATH1060 OR MATH1080 OR MATH 1215 OR Accuplacer CLM 90+ OR Accuplacer AAF 276+ OR ACT Math 28+ OR SAT Math 650+
Description
This is a preparatory course for introductory physics (PHYS 2210). It focuses primarily on developing math and problem solving skills using interesting physics & astronomy content. The course will improve student fluency in algebra, vectors, trigonometry, and basic geometry through regular practice of solving problems. It will also teach students how physicists approach problem solving more generally. Students will also be exposed to derivatives and their physical meaning.