Physics

Abbreviation
PHYS

Introductory Physics

Course ID
104753
Topic ID
0
Course Location
WebCollege
Academic Term
Spring 2025
Notes
Online Course Fee: $15. Lab Fee: $10. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. This class includes 4 labs to be completed during the semester. Online courses cannot be accessed until the first Monday of the term 1/27/2025. Students must log into the class by Wed. 1/29/2025 or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Section
3003
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

An introductory course covering the basic concepts of physics for non-science majors. Topics include a broad range of topics from both classical and modern physics. Includes four required lab experiences. Satisfies UNR Science core curriculum requirements.

Class Type
Web Course (Asynchronous)
Status
Full
Subject Term Reference
Physics
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
100
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Physics - PHYS
Crytime Formatted
WebCollege • 01/27/25–05/17/25
Lab • WebCollege • 01/27/25–05/17/25
Department Phone
673-7183
Notes (For Filter)
Online Course Fee: $15. Lab Fee: $10. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. This class includes 4 labs to be completed during the semester. Online courses cannot be accessed until the first Monday of the term 1/27/2025. Students must log into the class by Wed. 1/29/2025 or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Prerequisites (For Filter)
Prerequisite: MATH 120 or higher or qualifying ACCUPLACER, ACT/SAT test results.
Class Subject Abbr
PHYS
Class Materials
No Cost

Physics for Scientists/Engineers Lab II

Course ID
104767
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Dandini Campus
Academic Term
Spring 2025
Notes
Lab Fee: $20. Students enrolled in LAB PHYS 181L-1001 must also enroll in LEC PHYS 181-1001. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Section
1001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
1.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
1.00
Description

Laboratory experiments to accompany PHYS 181.

Class Type
In-Person Class
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Physics
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
181L
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Physics - PHYS
Crytime Formatted
Lab • 11:00 a.m.–1:50 p.m. • W • Dandini Campus • 01/29/25–05/14/25
Department Phone
673-7183
Notes (For Filter)
Lab Fee: $20. Students enrolled in LAB PHYS 181L-1001 must also enroll in LEC PHYS 181-1001. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Prerequisites (For Filter)
Prerequisite: PHYS 180 Corequisite: PHYS 181. Students must co-enroll in both PHYS 181 and PHYS 181L to receive credit.
Class Subject Abbr
PHYS
Class Materials
No Cost

Physics for Scientists and Engineers II

Course ID
104766
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Dandini Campus
Academic Term
Spring 2025
Notes
Students enrolled in LEC PHYS 181-1001 must also enroll in LAB PHYS 181L-1001. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Section
1001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

The second semester of a calculus based introductory physics course. The second semester covers topics in electromagnetism and thermodynamics including electrostatics, electric fields, electric potential, capacitance, electrodynamics, simple circuits, magneto-statics, magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction, Maxwell's equations, electromagnetic waves, physical optics, thermodynamic laws and kinetic theory.

Class Type
In-Person Class
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Physics
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
181
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Physics - PHYS
Crytime Formatted
11:00 a.m.–1:50 p.m. • M • Dandini Campus • 01/27/25–05/12/25
Department Phone
673-7183
Notes (For Filter)
Students enrolled in LEC PHYS 181-1001 must also enroll in LAB PHYS 181L-1001. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Prerequisites (For Filter)
Prerequisite: PHYS 180 Corequisite: PHYS 181L. Students must co-enroll in both PHYS 181 and PHYS 181L to receive credit.
Class Subject Abbr
PHYS

Physics for Scientists/Engineers Lab I

Course ID
104765
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Dandini Campus
Academic Term
Spring 2025
Notes
Lab Fee: $20. Students enrolled in LAB PHYS 180L-1001 must also enroll in LEC PHYS 180-1001. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Section
1001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
1.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
1.00
Description

Laboratory experiments to accompany PHYS 180.

Class Type
In-Person Class
Status
Full
Subject Term Reference
Physics
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
180L
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Physics - PHYS
Crytime Formatted
Lab • 11:00 a.m.–1:50 p.m. • TH • Dandini Campus • 01/30/25–05/15/25
Department Phone
673-7183
Notes (For Filter)
Lab Fee: $20. Students enrolled in LAB PHYS 180L-1001 must also enroll in LEC PHYS 180-1001. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Prerequisites (For Filter)
Prerequisite: MATH 181; Corequisite: PHYS 180. Students must co-enroll in both PHYS 180 and PHYS 180L to receive credit.
Class Subject Abbr
PHYS
Class Materials
No Cost

Physics for Scientists and Engineers I

Course ID
104764
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Dandini Campus
Academic Term
Spring 2025
Notes
Students enrolled in LEC PHYS 180-1001 must also enroll in LAB PHYS 180L-1001. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Section
1001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

A calculus based course in introductory Newtonian Mechanics covering vectors, one and two dimensional kinematics, particle dynamics, work and energy, momentum and impulse, rotational dynamics, oscillations, gravitation, fluids, wave properties and sound.

Class Type
In-Person Class
Status
Full
Subject Term Reference
Physics
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
180
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Physics - PHYS
Crytime Formatted
11:00 a.m.–1:50 p.m. • T • Dandini Campus • 01/28/25–05/13/25
Department Phone
673-7183
Notes (For Filter)
Students enrolled in LEC PHYS 180-1001 must also enroll in LAB PHYS 180L-1001. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Prerequisites (For Filter)
Prerequisite: MATH 181; Corequisite: PHYS 180L. Students must co-enroll in both PHYS 180 and PHYS 180L to receive credit.
Class Subject Abbr
PHYS

General Physics II

Course ID
104762
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Dandini Campus
Academic Term
Spring 2025
Notes
Lab Fee $20. Course includes mandatory weekly labs. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Section
1001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
4.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
4.00
Description

The second semester of an algebra based introductory physics course. The second semester focuses on electromagnetism covering topics of electrostatics, electric fields, electric potential, capacitance, electrodynamics, simple circuits, magneto-statics, magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction, electromagnetic waves, and physical optics.

Class Type
In-Person Class
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Physics
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
152
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Physics - PHYS
Crytime Formatted
2:00–4:50 p.m. • T • Dandini Campus • 01/28/25–05/13/25
Lab • 2:00–4:50 p.m. • TH • Dandini Campus • 01/30/25–05/15/25
Department Phone
673-7183
Notes (For Filter)
Lab Fee $20. Course includes mandatory weekly labs. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Prerequisites (For Filter)
Prerequisite: PHYS 151
Class Subject Abbr
PHYS

General Physics I

Course ID
104760
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Dandini Campus
Academic Term
Spring 2025
Notes
Lab Fee: $20. Course includes mandatory weekly labs. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Section
2001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
4.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
4.00
Description

An algebra based course in introductory Newtonian Mechanics covering vectors, one and two dimensional kinematics, work and energy, momentum and impulse, rotational dynamics, oscillations, fluids, sound and heat.

Class Type
In-Person Class
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Physics
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
151
Day or Night Section
Night
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Physics - PHYS
Crytime Formatted
5:30–8:20 p.m. • T • Dandini Campus • 01/28/25–05/13/25
Lab • 5:30–8:20 p.m. • TH • Dandini Campus • 01/30/25–05/15/25
Department Phone
673-7183
Notes (For Filter)
Lab Fee: $20. Course includes mandatory weekly labs. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Prerequisites (For Filter)
Prerequisite: MATH 127 or MATH 128 (Taught at other NSHE Institutions).
Class Subject Abbr
PHYS

General Physics I

Course ID
104760
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Dandini Campus
Academic Term
Spring 2025
Notes
Lab Fee: $20. Course includes mandatory weekly labs. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Section
1001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
4.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
4.00
Description

An algebra based course in introductory Newtonian Mechanics covering vectors, one and two dimensional kinematics, work and energy, momentum and impulse, rotational dynamics, oscillations, fluids, sound and heat.

Class Type
In-Person Class
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Physics
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
151
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Physics - PHYS
Crytime Formatted
2:00–4:50 p.m. • M • Dandini Campus • 01/27/25–05/12/25
Lab • 2:00–4:50 p.m. • W • Dandini Campus • 01/29/25–05/14/25
Department Phone
673-7183
Notes (For Filter)
Lab Fee: $20. Course includes mandatory weekly labs. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Prerequisites (For Filter)
Prerequisite: MATH 127 or MATH 128 (Taught at other NSHE Institutions).
Class Subject Abbr
PHYS

Introductory Physics

Course ID
104753
Topic ID
0
Course Location
WebCollege
Academic Term
Spring 2025
Notes
Online Course Fee: $15. Lab Fee: $10. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. This class includes 4 labs to be completed during the semester. Online courses cannot be accessed until the first Monday of the term 1/27/2025. Students must log into the class by Wed. 1/29/2025 or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Section
3001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

An introductory course covering the basic concepts of physics for non-science majors. Topics include a broad range of topics from both classical and modern physics. Includes four required lab experiences. Satisfies UNR Science core curriculum requirements.

Class Type
Web Course (Asynchronous)
Status
Full
Subject Term Reference
Physics
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
100
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Physics - PHYS
Crytime Formatted
WebCollege • 01/27/25–05/17/25
Lab • WebCollege • 01/27/25–05/17/25
Department Phone
673-7183
Notes (For Filter)
Online Course Fee: $15. Lab Fee: $10. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. This class includes 4 labs to be completed during the semester. Online courses cannot be accessed until the first Monday of the term 1/27/2025. Students must log into the class by Wed. 1/29/2025 or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Prerequisites (For Filter)
Prerequisite: MATH 120 or higher or qualifying ACCUPLACER, ACT/SAT test results.
Class Subject Abbr
PHYS
Class Materials
No Cost

Introductory Physics

Course ID
104753
Topic ID
0
Course Location
WebCollege
Academic Term
Fall 2024
Notes
Online Course Fee: $15. Lab Fee: $10. Course includes 4 mandatory labs. This course is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into the class by Wed. 8/28/2024 or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Section
3003
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

An introductory course covering the basic concepts of physics for non-science majors. Topics include a broad range of topics from both classical and modern physics. Includes four required lab experiences. Satisfies UNR Science core curriculum requirements.

Class Type
Web Course (Asynchronous)
Status
Full
Subject Term Reference
Physics
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
100
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Physics - PHYS
Crytime Formatted
WebCollege • 08/26/24–12/14/24
Lab • WebCollege • 08/26/24–12/14/24
Department Phone
673-7183
Notes (For Filter)
Online Course Fee: $15. Lab Fee: $10. Course includes 4 mandatory labs. This course is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into the class by Wed. 8/28/2024 or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Prerequisites (For Filter)
Prerequisite: MATH 120 or higher or qualifying ACCUPLACER, ACT/SAT test results.
Class Subject Abbr
PHYS
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