PHYS 10
Concepts of Physics
Course Description
This course explores the fundamental concepts of physics as applied to everyday phenomena from a limited mathematical perspective emphasizing verbal logic, critical analysis, and rational thought. The history of the scientific procedure as an interplay between theory and experimentation will be analyzed. Students will critically evaluate the role of scientific discovery in the success and development of technology.
Class Details
| CRN | Course | Section | Days | Times | Instructor | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46699 | PHYS 10 | 10Z | ·T·R··· | 05:30 PM-07:45 PM | David Laubner | ONLINE |
Class Dates: This class runs from 2025-04-07 to 2025-06-27.
Footnote:
PHYS-010.-01Y:HYBRID, meets on-campus and online. This class meets each week on campus and online as noted in the class listing. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning .
Class Materials
| Textbook/Material | Type | Required | Purchase | Rent | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New | Used | New | Used | |||
| Conceptual Physics (Text Only) (12th Edition) Hewitt © 2015 ISBN: 9780321909107 | Textbook | Required | $273.50 | $205.25 | $218.80 | $114.87 |
| Conceptual Physics (12th Edition) Hewitt ISBN: 9780321939777 | E-Book | Required | $116.25 | |||
| Conceptual Physics (12th Edition) Hewitt ISBN: 9780321939777 | E-Book (180 days) | Required | $79.50 | |||
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Course Details
- Units
- 5 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 5
- Weekly Lab Hours: 0
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Grading Method
- Letter Grading
General Course Statement
- General Statement
- See general education pages for the requirements this course meets.
Requisite and Advisory
- Advisory
- ESL 272. and ESL 273., or ESL 472. and ESL 473., or eligibility for EWRT 1A or EWRT 1AH or ESL 5.
- Prerequisite
- Intermediate algebra or equivalent (or higher), or appropriate placement beyond intermediate algebra