The ultimate goal in the science of Physics is the understanding of materials, structures and behaviors of everything from the grand scale of the entire universe down to the smallest, most fundamental bit of matter. It is referred to as the most fundamental of the sciences. More specifically, it includes, but not limited to, the study of mechanics, gravitation, oscillations, fluids, thermodynamics, waves, optics, electricity, magnetism, relativity, quantum physics, and nuclear physics.*Physics is the fundamental science. All other sciences and technologies can find their roots in physics. Physics principles are logical and simple and yet far-reaching in their application. Currently a single-quarter introductory physics course and two different physics sequences are offered. The introductory physics course is a good beginning science course while the general physics and engineering physics courses give strong backgrounds in classical physics (i.e., mechanics, energy, work, electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics, optics, and waves). Physics courses are required by vast number of technical, occupational and academic disciplines because the Laws of Physics form a foundation for Engineering, Health Sciences and other Physical Sciences. The Physics department supports these needs by providing Conceptual Physics, Algebra/Trigonometric based Physics (Intermediate Physics) and Calculus based Physics (Engineering Physics). The courses fulfill the requirement for the transfer to 4-year institutions and various technical programs.

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