ISI - PHYS 1111 - General Physics I
Course Description
General Physics I covers kinematics, forces and dynamics, conservation laws, thermodynamics, waves. PHYS 111 is the first part of a year-long algebra-based introductory physics sequence. PHYS 111 and 112, together, provide a broad survey of classical and modern physics.
Some of the topics covered in the course:
- One- and Two-Dimensional Kinematics
- Forces
- Newton's Laws of Motion
- Friction, Drag, Elasticity
- Uniform Circular Motion and Gravitation
- Work and Energy
- Linear Momentum and Collisions
- Statics and Torque
- Rotational Motion
- Fluid Statics and Dynamics
- Temperature, Kinetic Theory, and Gas Laws
- Heat and Heat Transfer Methods
- Thermodynamics
- Oscillatory Motion and Waves
- Sound and Hearing
UI students: Carries no credit after PHYS 211 Engineering Physics I
NOTE: This course does not include a lab component.
REQUIRED: Exam proctor required for this course.
Learner Outcomes
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of the physical phenomena outlined in the Course Description.
- Approach and solve a variety of physics problems.
- Understand the scientific method.
- Apply scientific reasoning and use critical thinking to evaluate arguments.
- Apply foundational knowledge and models of a natural or physical science to analyze and/or predict physical phenomena.
Required Course Materials
The textbook you will use for the course is College Physics 2e from OpenStax. The online and pdf versions of the textbook are free!
Computer (Webcam and Microphone Recommended)
Non-Programmable Scientific Calculator
Method to scan your Written Homework to PDF (e.g., Smartphone).
Sponsor Institution
Credits earned for this course are included in a University of Idaho transcript.
This is an INDEPENDENT STUDY IN IDAHO course
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COURSE NUMBER NOTICE
Beginning with the 2025-2026 Catalog year, the University of Idaho transitioned to 4-digit course numbers. As ISI works through this transition, you may continue to see 3-digit course numbers during this time. A crosswalk is available online.
Prerequisites
Math 143 Precalculus I: Algebra- ISI - MATH 1143 - College Algebra (Complete)
- EP0029 - ISI - PHYS 1111 Pre-Req