General College Physics I - PHY 201 at Piedmont Virginia Community College


         
 
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PHY 201 - General College Physics I
Covers classical mechanics and thermodynamics. Includes kinematics, Newton's laws of motion, work, energy, momentum, rotational kinematics, dynamic and static equilibrium, elasticity, gravitation, fluids, simple harmonic motion, calorimetry, ideal gas law, and the laws of thermodynamics. Part I of II. This is a UCGS transfer course.
Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite: MTH 161 or MTH 167 with a grade of C or better.
4 credits

Schedule at Piedmont Virginia Community College

Spring 2025 ➜

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Fall 2025 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
44999 PHY 201-01L 0
   W   
2:20 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
 2025-08-25 MAIN P
44998 PHY 201-H01 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-08-25 Online Anytine HY
This course combines required in-person studio instruction with online coursework provided through the college's learning management system, Canvas. Students are required to meet in-person on the scheduled day(s) and time. Instructors will provide additional details about in-person studio sessions during the first week of class.
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