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International Fees

International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.

Course details

This course meets the Physics 11 entrance requirement for BCIT programs. It is the student's responsibility to determine the grade they need to meet the requirement for their desired technology. This course offers an introduction to Physics and its basic principles. Emphasis is placed on good problem solving techniques and practical applications relevant to BCIT. Topics include kinematics, dynamics, equilibrium, energy, fluids, heat, electrostatics and direct current circuits. IMPORTANT NOTE - PLEASE READ PRIOR TO REGISTERING: This course serves as an upgrade course specifically for entry into BCIT programs and is not necessarily recognized as a Grade 11 or 12 equivalent by other institutions.

Prerequisite(s)

  • No prerequisites are required for this course.

Credits

0.0

Domestic fees

$771.49 - $783.49 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.

Course offerings

Fall 2023

Below is one offering of PHYS 0309 for the Fall 2023 term.

CRN 41404

Duration

Mon Sep 11 - Mon Dec 18 (14 weeks)

  • 14 weeks
  • CRN 41404
  • Domestic fees $771.49
    International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
Dates Days Times Locations
Sep 11 - Dec 18 Mon 17:30 - 20:30 Burnaby SW03 Rm. 3615
Sep 11 - Sep 27 Wed 17:30 - 20:30 Online
Oct 04 - Oct 11 Wed 17:30 - 20:30 Burnaby SW03 Rm. 3615
Oct 18 - Nov 08 Wed 17:30 - 20:30 Online
Nov 15 Wed 17:30 - 20:30 Burnaby SW03 Rm. 3615
Nov 22 - Dec 18 Wed 17:30 - 20:30 Online
Instructor

James Brewer

Course outline

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Domestic fees

$771.49

Important information
  1. International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
  2. ** IMPORTANT INFORMATION - READ CAREFULLY AND READ IN FULL BEFORE REGISTERING ** This is a hybrid course with Monday classes in-person at Burnaby campus and Wednesday classes online. All labs and exams will be in-person on Mondays. Classes will be held online asynchronously on Stat holidays October 2, 9 and November 13. A computer with access to the internet is required. The course instructor will communicate with students through BCIT's Learning Hub therefore it is important that students sign on to the Learning Hub prior to the course start date to review any messages he may have posted. Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents are exempt from payment of the TUITION portion of this course. If you are registering through the online system and are exempt from payment of the TUITION portion, your account will be adjusted within 2 business days after registration. The ANCILLARY fees associated with registration in this course WILL BE CHARGED to ALL students and MUST BE PAID BY ALL STUDENTS AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION - students need to log into their my.bcit.ca account to make payment. THIS PAYMENT IS REQUIRED TO SECURE A SEAT IN THE COURSE. Non-payment at the time of registration will result in the student being dropped from the course without prior notice therefore it is the STUDENT's responsibility to ensure this payment is made. Any student who withdraws from the course AFTER it has begun will not be permitted to re-register and re-join the learning activities this term.
Status

In Progress

This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.

Winter 2024

Below is one offering of PHYS 0309 for the Winter 2024 term.

CRN 79144

Duration

Tue Jan 16 - Thu Apr 25 (14 weeks)

  • 14 weeks
  • CRN 79144
  • Domestic fees $783.49
    International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
Dates Days Times Locations
Jan 16 - Apr 23 Tue 18:00 - 21:00 Online
Jan 18 - Apr 25 Thu 18:00 - 21:00 Burnaby SW01 Rm. 2030
Instructor

Hillgan Ma

Course outline

Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.

Domestic fees

$783.49

Important information
  1. International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
  2. ** IMPORTANT INFORMATION - READ CAREFULLY AND READ IN FULL BEFORE REGISTERING ** The TUITION portion of this course ($726.37) is FREE for Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents. However, ALL students will still need to pay the ancillary SERVICE FEES ($57.12) such as Student Association fee, Student ID Card fee, etc. If you are registering through the online system and are exempt from payment of the TUITION portion, a fee waiver will be applied to your account within 2 business days. Please log into your my.bcit.ca account to make payment for the service fees. BCIT must receive the SERVICE FEES payment within 2 business days from the time you register. ** THIS PAYMENT IS REQUIRED TO SECURE A SEAT IN THE COURSE **. If you have any questions, call Student Information and Enrolment Services 604-434-1610 to waive your tuition fee and assist you with the service fees payment. This course will be delivered in a Hybrid format; Tuesday’s class will be online on Learning Hub (learn.bcit.ca) and Thursday's class will be held in person at the Burnaby campus. NO CLASS during Spring Break on March 12 and 14. A computer with internet access is required. The course instructor will communicate with students through BCIT's Learning Hub learn.bcit.ca therefore it is important that students sign onto the Learning Hub learn.bcit.ca prior to the course start date to review any messages.
Status

Seats Available

1 seat remaining as of Thu December 7, 2023 at 11:15 am (PST). Availability may change at any time.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:

  • Apply the metric and imperial system along with scientific notation in basic physics measurements and calculations.
  • Describe the causes and effects of motion in one and two dimensions.
  • Describe the causes and effects of systems in translational and rotational equilibrium.
  • Describe the causes and effects of fluid pressures on objects.
  • Explain the concepts of work, energy and power as they pertain to mechanics, heat and electricity.
  • Describe the causes and effects of objects in uniform circular motion.
  • Explain heat transfer and calorimetry.
  • Explain the causes and effects of direct current in purely resistive circuits.
  • Solve single and multiple problems related to objects in linear motion, circular motion and equilibrium.
  • Solve problems related to fluid pressure, work energy and power.
  • Solve problems related to heat gain and loss.
  • Calculate current, resistance, voltage and power in simple purely resistive electrical circuits.
  • Read and interpret technical information at a difficulty level equivalent to the prescribed textbook.
  • Demonstrate correct measurement and data acquisition skills in the laboratory using typical laboratory equipment.
  • Use a computer to enter and analyze data using prepared software.
  • Write a laboratory report in accordance with a prescribed format similar to that required in the Engineering Technology programs.

Effective as of Fall 2003

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