2026-2027 Lenoir Community College Catalog

PHY 151 College Physics I

This course uses algebra- and trigonometry-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include units and measurement, vectors, linear kinematics and dynamics, energy, power, momentum, fluid mechanics, and heat. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

State - MAT 171, or MAT 271; and Local -DRE 098, or BSP 4002-T2, or ENG 002-T2, or ENG 011, or ENG 025, or ENG 110

Corequisite

None

Class

3

Lab

2