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Table 1. Types of Physics Courses Offered by Departments

Course Name
Campuses Offering This Course
% of All Physics Sections Offered

Algebra/Trigonometry

84%
35

Calculus-Based Physics

72
30
Conceptual Physics
30
11
Applied Physics/Technical Physics
21
8
Other Physical Science (at least half Physics)
15
7
Physics or Physical Science for Education Majors
13
5
Other Physics
10
3


Source: AIP Statistical Research Center 2001-02 Survey of Two-Year College Physics Programs


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