Physical Science (PSC)

PSC 1560     Physical Science I     4 Credit Hours

ESL Placement Level: For English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) students, placement in ESL 2520.
Prerequisite: Secondary school algebra or MAT 1100.

The student will identify, define, and describe the following basic concepts of chemistry and physics: chemical nomenclature, oxidation/reduction, acids, bases and salts, atomic structure, mechanics, magnetism and electricity, optics, and relativity. A laboratory is integral to the course. BILLABLE CONTACT HOURS: 5

GE Outcomes: Critical Thinking, Scientific Literacy