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This is the first quarter of a three-quarter algebra-based physics course with lecture and laboratory. Physics is the most basic of the sciences, dealing with the behavior and structure of matter. Lectures and labs illustrate physical principles: mechanics, motion, momentum and energy, fluids, heat, and sound. Continues in winter and spring quarters as PHYSICS 130-B, C. Includes a weekly lab that requires separate registration. Includes a weekly lab that requires separate registration. Lab times are Tuesdays 8-9:50 pm; Wednesdays 9-10:50 am; Saturdays 12-1:50 pm; Saturdays 2-3:50 pm; and Saturdays 4-5:50 pm. Labs will meet for the first time after the first lecture session. Prerequisite: college algebra or higher college math course. A $244 lab fee is due at registration.

Continuation of PHYSICS 130-A algebra-based physics with lecture and laboratory. Sequence concludes with PHYSICS 130-C in the spring quarter. Harnessing the forces of electrical power and nuclear energy; how they have altered the way we live and perceive ourselves in the universe. Lecture demonstrations illustrate physical principles: electricity and magnetism, DC and AC circuits, light optics, and topics in atomic physics, nuclear physics, and cosmology. Includes a weekly lab that requires separate registration. Lab times are Tuesdays 8-9:50 pm; Wednesdays 9-10:50 am; Saturdays 12-1:50 pm; Saturdays 2-3:50 pm; and Saturdays 4-5:50 pm. Labs will meet for the first time after the first lecture session. Prerequisite: PHYSICS 130-A or equivalent course. A $244 lab fee is due at registration.

Continuation of PHYSICS 130-A,B. Wave motion, optics, and introduction to the basic concepts of modern physics including quantum mechanics, relativity, and atomic physics. The course focuses on conceptual understanding of basic physical principles and their real-world applications. Demonstration experiments will be used to illustrate physical phenomena and concepts. Includes a weekly lab that requires separate registration. Lab times are Tuesdays 8-9:50 pm; Wednesdays 9-10:50 am; Saturdays 12-1:50 pm; Saturdays 2-3:50 pm; and Saturdays 4-5:50 pm. Labs will meet for the first time after the first lecture session. Prerequisite: PHYSICS 130-A, B or equivalent course. A $244 lab fee is due at registration.