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PHYSICS 41500 This is a first year course that covers some of the introductory ideas in classical physics as a survey course. Because of an emphasis in problem solving and using math (mainly algebra) to illustrate the physics concepts, math skills are particularly important. Specifically, the physics topics covered are: motion of objects, collisions of objects, forces of nature, sound and light waves, basic optics, electrical circuits, thermodynamics, and modern physics. The laboratory aspect of class is heavily detail and discovery oriented. Success in physics is most determined by math background and work ethic.        [-- Blacksburg High School Handbook course description]