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PHYS 117 - Beauty of Physics


In this conceptual physics course intended for curious non-scientists, students explore a broad range of physical phenomena in an intuitive way without mathematics. Students learn concepts and ideas from the foundations of physics and how they underpin phenomena that affect our everyday experiences. Topics include classical mechanics, gravity, electromagnetic fields and light, sound, relativity, quantum physics and philosophy, cosmology, and beyond. Letter grade with Pass/No Pass option. (Offered every semester.) 3 credits