Physical Science
3 courses · Lake Tahoe Community College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Winter 2027 · Spring 2027
PHS 102 Survey of Concepts in Chemistry and Physics
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 4 hours lecture weekly, 3 hours lab weekly, 84 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- MAT 152B with a grade of "C" or better or equivalent.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- PHYS 140
This course investigates the basic principles of physics and chemistry including matter, physical and chemical properties, energy, motion, light, atomic structure, bonding, solutions, and chemical reactions. The interdependence of chemistry and physics will be emphasized. This course is intended for non-science majors. *UC unit/course limit
PHS 111 Astronomy
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 4 hours lecture weekly, 48 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course presents a broad view of astronomy and its importance to humanity, without complex mathematics. Topics include our planetary system, stars and stellar evolution, galaxies, and cosmology (the Big Bang and possible fate of the universe.) Telescope viewing of the night sky will be included. *UC unit/course limit
PHS 117 Oceanography
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 4 hours lecture weekly, 3 hours lab weekly, 84 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is an introduction to the marine environment. Students will explore the physical and biological characteristics of the world's oceans. Areas of emphasis will include ocean basin geology, waves and tides, ocean circulation, coastal features and processes, marine ecology, ocean flora and fauna, and human/environmental pressures. *UC unit/course limit