Introductory Physics II
PHYS 112
Spring 2026
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| Course Cluster and Certificates: Health Studies |
This is the second of two non-calculus courses covering fundamental principles of physics. The emphasis is on developing a conceptual understanding of the physical processes that govern our universe. Proficiency in elementary algebra, vector algebra, trigonometry, and arithmetic is required. The lab PHYS122 is recommended. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
NSM PHYS |
| Course Format: Lecture / Discussion | Grading Mode: Student Option |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: PHYS111 |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (Biology)(Chemistry)(Earth and Environmental Sciences)(Informatics and Modeling Minor)(Molecular Biology and Biochemistry)(Neuroscience and Behavior) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: 75% - 89% |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Openstax, College physics.
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Examinations and Assignments:
weekly homework, quiz, discussion worksheet, two midterms and a final. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Students planning to enter the health professions should be aware that a year of physics with laboratory is usually required for admission. The laboratory course to take to fulfill this requirement is PHYS122. Consult your academic advisor(s) if you are in doubt about similar requirements in your field. |
| Instructor(s): Davino,Michael Lawrence Times: .M.W... 10:50AM-11:40AM; .....F. 09:50AM-10:40AM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 20 | | SR major: 0 | JR major: 0 | | |
| Seats Available: 20 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 8 | JR non-major: 8 | SO: 2 | FR: 2 |
| Drop/Add Enrollment Requests | | | | | |
| Total Submitted Requests: 0 | 1st Ranked: 0 | 2nd Ranked: 0 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 0 |
| SECTION 02 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Openstax, College physics. |
Examinations and Assignments:
weekly homework, quiz, discussion worksheet, two midterms and a final. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Students planning to enter the health professions should be aware that a year of physics with laboratory is usually required for admission. The laboratory course to take to fulfill this requirement is PHYS122. Consult your academic advisor(s) if you are in doubt about similar requirements in your field. |
| Instructor(s): Davino,Michael Lawrence Times: .M.W... 10:50AM-11:40AM; .....F. 10:50AM-11:40AM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 20 | | SR major: 0 | JR major: 0 | | |
| Seats Available: 20 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 8 | JR non-major: 8 | SO: 2 | FR: 2 |
| Drop/Add Enrollment Requests | | | | | |
| Total Submitted Requests: 0 | 1st Ranked: 0 | 2nd Ranked: 0 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 0 |
| SECTION 03 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Openstax, College physics. |
Examinations and Assignments:
weekly homework, quiz, discussion worksheet, two midterms and a final. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Students planning to enter the health professions should be aware that a year of physics with laboratory is usually required for admission. The laboratory course to take to fulfill this requirement is PHYS122. Consult your academic advisor(s) if you are in doubt about similar requirements in your field. |
| Instructor(s): Davino,Michael Lawrence Times: .M.W... 10:50AM-11:40AM; .....F. 01:20PM-02:10PM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 20 | | SR major: 0 | JR major: 0 | | |
| Seats Available: 20 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 8 | JR non-major: 8 | SO: 2 | FR: 2 |
| Drop/Add Enrollment Requests | | | | | |
| Total Submitted Requests: 0 | 1st Ranked: 0 | 2nd Ranked: 0 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 0 |
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