Dec 21, 2024  
2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog [NOTE!!!! THIS IS AN ARCHIVED CATALOG. FOR THE CURRENT CATALOG, GO TO CATALOG.NIU.EDU]

PHYS 101 - Introduction to the Physics Major


Introduction to Northern Illinois University and the baccalaureate experience in physics. Exploration of factors influencing the transition into the university and the undergraduate physics programs. Introduction to department and university resources. Development of skills to enhance academic success with a focus on student responsibility for learning. Introduction to physics concepts including particles, forces, units, errors, and modern physics, and required skills in mathematics and computing. Substitutes for UNIV 101. Available only to first-year students. May not be repeated.

Credits: 2