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College Physics (L,N)

PHYS 1114

4 Credit Hours
 Algebra-based introductory course covering physics appropriate for applied and life sciences or pre-professional majors. Topics covered - Newtonian mechanics, fluids, thermodynamics, waves, and sound.
Fall 2025 Section #: 71358
Prerequisites: Minimum grade of “C” or better in MATH 1513 or MATH 1813 or MATH 2144, or acceptable AP credit, or an acceptable placement score.
physics

Principles of Human Nutrition (N)

NSCI 2013

3 Credit Hours
Functions of the nutrients in human life processes. Nutrient relationship to health as a basis for food choices.
Fall 2025 Section #: 71405
nutirition

The Solar System (N)

ASTR 1013

3 Credit Hours
Recent discoveries about the sun, planets, moons, asteroids, meteoroids, and comets; formation and future of the solar system; interplanetary travel, colonization, terraforming, and the search for extraterrestrial life.
Fall 2025 Sections #: 71343
astronomy

Textile Science (L,N)

DM 2573

3 Credit Hours
Science principles as the basis for understanding fibers, the basic structure of yarns and fabrics. Relationships between the chemical composition of fibers and properties such as tensile strength, flammability, elasticity, moisture absorption, and dye affinity. Understanding science principles in relation to textile properties for evaluation of textile products. Recommended for education majors seeking knowledge to be used for innovative teaching of science principles in grades K-12.
Fall 2025 Sections #: 71404
dhm

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Science Placement Exam

Every first-time entering OSU student is provided an Entry Level Placement Assessment (ELPA) report that contains recommendations for course placement. PHYS 1114 has an enrollment restriction.  A student can enroll in a section of PHYS 1114 if he/she meets ONE of the following placement criteria:

  • The student has earned a grade of "C" or better in MATH 1513, OR

  • The student has earned a score of 56 or greater on the OSU Math Placement Exam.

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(L) Designation

At Oklahoma State University (OSU), students are required to take a set number of general education courses designated: L (Scientific Investigation). This course satisfies its designated credit hours in the N designation.

(N) Designation

At Oklahoma State University (OSU), students are required to take a set number of general education courses designated: N (Natural Sciences). This course satisfies its designated credit hours in the N designation.

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