PHY 116 - Principles of Physics II (4 Cr.)

(GCR Biological and Physical Sciences area)

Second semester of a non-calculus-based course sequence designed for students majoring in the life sciences or non-science students interested in physics. Topics include simple harmonic motion, mechanical and electromagnetic waves, acoustics, nature of light and color, geometrical and physical optics, electricity and magnetism. Six hours per week, integrated lecture/laboratory. Prerequisite: PHY 115. Spring semester.