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Course Description

This is the second of two courses designed to prepare you for university entrance. This course builds on the knowledge and experience gained from previous science courses. Specific units include: momentum and impulses, forces and fields, electromagnetic radiation, and atomic physics.

Course Details

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Develop an understanding of interconnecting principles that unify the natural sciences
  • Provide an enhanced understanding of the scientific world
  • Attain the level of scientific awareness essential for life in literate society
  • Make informed decisions about further studies/careers in science
  • Acquire knowledge, skills, and attitudes that contribute to personal development

Notes

Formerly UPG 230 Physics 2. Students who have taken UPG 230 should not enrol in this course.

Prerequisites

Successful completion of Physics 20, Physics I, or equivalent course.

Questions about placement? Please contact us.

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Type
Online Synchronous
Days
W, M
Time
5:30PM to 8:30PM
Dates
Sep 09, 2026 to Dec 07, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
70.0
Delivery Options
Online Synchronous  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $649.00
Instructor(s)
Reading List / Textbook

Title: Physics 30 Workbook
Edition: 2007
Authors: Kennedy, M. & Oswald, B.
Publisher: Edmonton Public Schools Resource Development Services, Edmonton Public Schools, 2007

Note: A digital copy of the Physics 30 Workbook will be made available in your D2L shell.

Students can order a print copy of the resource at their own cost by contacting the University of Calgary Student’s Union Bound and Copied store. 

Bound and Copied is located in the retail corridor in the lower level (1st floor) of MacEwan Student Centre. 

 

Section Notes

Prerequisite: Physics 20, Physics 1, or an equivalent course. 

Course Delivery Format:

This course is delivered in an online synchronous format and is instructor‑led. Students are expected to attend all live Zoom classes delivered online in real time at scheduled days and times (Mountain Time), with additional course materials provided in D2L. Students should review course details carefully to ensure they can meet all live session and online participation requirements.

This course uses:

  • Desire2Learn (D2L), an online learning management system. The instructor will post the course outline and other materials in D2L.
  • Zoom web conferencing software.

To fully participate in the live sessions, students will need: an internet connection, and a reliable headset with microphone. For more information, please visit our Online Learning Resources.

Unless notified, all online courses are available at 9 am MT the day before the start date. Students registering on (or after) the start date will receive access within one day of registration.

Students unfamiliar with online learning are encouraged to take our free Digital Skills for Learning Online course.

Unless otherwise stated, notice of withdrawal or transfer from a course must be received at least seven calendar days prior to the start date of the course.

Important: It is the student’s responsibility to confirm transcript deadlines with UCalgary Admissions.

Section Schedule
Sep 15, 2026 to Dec 08, 2026
Type
Online Asynchronous
Dates
Sep 15, 2026 to Dec 08, 2026
Type
Online Synchronous
Days
T
Time
7:00PM to 9:45PM
Dates
Sep 15, 2026 to Dec 08, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
70.0
Delivery Options
Online Hybrid  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $649.00
Instructor(s)
Reading List / Textbook

Title: Physics 30 Workbook
Edition: 2007
Authors: Kennedy, M. & Oswald, B.
Publisher: Edmonton Public Schools Resource Development Services, Edmonton Public Schools, 2007

Note: A digital copy of the Physics 30 Workbook will be made available in your D2L shell.

Students can order a print copy of the resource at their own cost by contacting the University of Calgary Student’s Union, Bound and Copied store: 

Bound and Copied is located in the retail corridor in the lower level (1st floor) of MacEwan Student Centre. 

Section Notes

Prerequisite: Physics 20, Physics 1, or an equivalent course.

Course Delivery Format:

This course is delivered in an online hybrid format and is instructor‑led. Students are expected to participate in one or more weekly live Zoom classes, held online in real time at scheduled days and times (Mountain Time), and complete required learning activities and assignments in D2L between live sessions as part of regular instruction. Students should review course details carefully to ensure they can meet all live session and online participation requirements.

This course uses:

  • Desire2Learn (D2L), an online learning management system. The instructor will post the course outline and other materials in D2L.
  • Zoom web conferencing software.

To fully participate in the live sessions, students will need: an internet connection, and a reliable headset with microphone. For more information, please visit our Online Learning Resources.

Unless notified, all online courses are available at 9 am MT the day before the start date. Students registering on (or after) the start date will receive access within one day of registration.

Students unfamiliar with online learning are encouraged to take our free Digital Skills for Learning Online course.

Unless otherwise stated, notice of withdrawal or transfer from a course must be received at least seven calendar days prior to the start date of the course.

Important: It is the student’s responsibility to confirm transcript deadlines with UCalgary Admissions.

Section Schedule
Jan 09, 2027 to Apr 10, 2027
Type
Online Asynchronous
Dates
Jan 09, 2027 to Apr 10, 2027
Type
Online Synchronous
Days
Sa
Time
9:30AM to 12:30PM
Dates
Jan 09, 2027 to Apr 10, 2027
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
70.0
Delivery Options
Online Hybrid  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $649.00
Instructor(s)
Reading List / Textbook

Title: Physics 30 Workbook
Edition: 2007
Authors: Kennedy, M. & Oswald, B.
Publisher: Edmonton Public Schools Resource Development Services, Edmonton Public Schools, 2007

  • A digital copy of the Physics 30 Workbook will be made available in your D2L shell. Students can order a hardcopy of the resource at their own cost by contacting the University of Calgary Student’s Union, Bound and Copied store. 

 

Section Notes

Prerequisite: Physics 20, Physics 1, or an equivalent course. Questions? Call: 403.220.2866 or E-mail conted@ucalgary.ca  

Classes are held online in real time (Mountain Time) at the specified time and dates.

This course uses:

  • Desire2Learn (D2L), an online learning management system. The instructor will post the course outline and other materials in D2L.
  • Zoom web conferencing software.

To fully participate in the live sessions, students will need: an internet connection, and a reliable headset with microphone.

For more information, please visit our Online Learning Resources.

Unless notified, all online courses are available at 9 am MT the day before the start date. Students registering on (or after) the start date will receive access within one day of registration.

Students unfamiliar with online learning are encouraged to take our free Digital Skills for Learning Online course.

Unless otherwise stated, notice of withdrawal or transfer from a course must be received at least seven calendar days prior to the start date of the course.

Section Schedule
Jan 11, 2027 to Apr 12, 2027
Type
Online Asynchronous
Dates
Jan 11, 2027 to Apr 12, 2027
Type
Online Synchronous
Days
M
Time
6:00PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Jan 11, 2027 to Apr 12, 2027
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
70.0
Delivery Options
Online Hybrid  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $649.00
Instructor(s)
Reading List / Textbook

Title: Physics 30 Workbook
Edition: 2007
Authors: Kennedy, M. & Oswald, B.
Publisher: Edmonton Public Schools Resource Development Services, Edmonton Public Schools, 2007

Note: A digital copy of the Physics 30 Workbook will be made available in your D2L shell.

Students can order a print copy of the resource at their own cost by contacting the University of Calgary Student’s Union, Bound and Copied store: 

Bound and Copied is located in the retail corridor in the lower level (1st floor) of MacEwan Student Centre. 

Section Notes

No Class: Monday Feb 15 &  Mar 29, 2027

Prerequisite: Physics 20, Physics 1, or an equivalent course.

Course Delivery Format:

This course is delivered in an online hybrid format and is instructor‑led. Students are expected to participate in one or more weekly live Zoom classes, held online in real time at scheduled days and times (Mountain Time), and complete required learning activities and assignments in D2L between live sessions as part of regular instruction. Students should review course details carefully to ensure they can meet all live session and online participation requirements.

This course uses:

  • Desire2Learn (D2L), an online learning management system. The instructor will post the course outline and other materials in D2L.
  • Zoom web conferencing software.

To fully participate in the live sessions, students will need: an internet connection, and a reliable headset with microphone. For more information, please visit our Online Learning Resources.

Unless notified, all online courses are available at 9 am MT the day before the start date. Students registering on (or after) the start date will receive access within one day of registration.

Students unfamiliar with online learning are encouraged to take our free Digital Skills for Learning Online course.

Unless otherwise stated, notice of withdrawal or transfer from a course must be received at least seven calendar days prior to the start date of the course.

Important: It is the student’s responsibility to confirm transcript deadlines with UCalgary Admissions.

Section Schedule
Apr 24, 2027 to Jul 31, 2027
Type
Online Asynchronous
Dates
Apr 24, 2027 to Jul 31, 2027
Type
Online Synchronous
Days
Sa
Time
9:30AM to 12:30PM
Dates
Apr 24, 2027 to Jul 31, 2027
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
70.0
Delivery Options
Online Hybrid  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $649.00
Instructor(s)
Reading List / Textbook

Title: Physics 30 Workbook
Edition: 2007
Authors: Kennedy, M. & Oswald, B.
Publisher: Edmonton Public Schools Resource Development Services, Edmonton Public Schools, 2007

  • A digital copy of the Physics 30 Workbook will be made available in your D2L shell. Students can order a hardcopy of the resource at their own cost by contacting the University of Calgary Student’s Union, Bound and Copied store. 

 

Section Notes

No Class: May 22 and Jun 05, 2027

Prerequisite: Physics 20, Physics 1, or an equivalent course. Questions? Call: 403.220.2866 or E-mail conted@ucalgary.ca  

Classes are held online in real time (Mountain Time) at the specified time and dates.

This course uses:

  • Desire2Learn (D2L), an online learning management system. The instructor will post the course outline and other materials in D2L.
  • Zoom web conferencing software.

To fully participate in the live sessions, students will need: an internet connection, and a reliable headset with microphone.

For more information, please visit our Online Learning Resources.

Unless notified, all online courses are available at 9 am MT the day before the start date. Students registering on (or after) the start date will receive access within one day of registration.

Students unfamiliar with online learning are encouraged to take our free Digital Skills for Learning Online course.

Unless otherwise stated, notice of withdrawal or transfer from a course must be received at least seven calendar days prior to the start date of the course.

Section Schedule
Jul 05, 2027 to Aug 25, 2027
Type
Online Asynchronous
Dates
Jul 05, 2027 to Aug 25, 2027
Type
Online Synchronous
Days
M, W
Time
6:00PM to 8:30PM
Dates
Jul 05, 2027 to Aug 25, 2027
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
70.0
Delivery Options
Online Hybrid  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $649.00
Reading List / Textbook

Title: Physics 30 Workbook
Edition: 2007
Authors: Kennedy, M. & Oswald, B.
Publisher: Edmonton Public Schools Resource Development Services, Edmonton Public Schools, 2007

Note: A digital copy of the Physics 30 Workbook will be made available in your D2L shell.

Students can order a print copy of the resource at their own cost by contacting the University of Calgary Student’s Union, Bound and Copied store: 

Bound and Copied is located in the retail corridor in the lower level (1st floor) of MacEwan Student Centre. 

Section Notes

No Class: Monday August 02, 2027

Prerequisite: Physics 20, Physics 1, or an equivalent course.

Course Delivery Format:

This course is delivered in an online hybrid format and is instructor‑led. Students are expected to participate in one or more weekly live Zoom classes, held online in real time at scheduled days and times (Mountain Time), and complete required learning activities and assignments in D2L between live sessions as part of regular instruction. Students should review course details carefully to ensure they can meet all live session and online participation requirements.

This course uses:

  • Desire2Learn (D2L), an online learning management system. The instructor will post the course outline and other materials in D2L.
  • Zoom web conferencing software.

To fully participate in the live sessions, students will need: an internet connection, and a reliable headset with microphone. For more information, please visit our Online Learning Resources.

Unless notified, all online courses are available at 9 am MT the day before the start date. Students registering on (or after) the start date will receive access within one day of registration.

Students unfamiliar with online learning are encouraged to take our free Digital Skills for Learning Online course.

Unless otherwise stated, notice of withdrawal or transfer from a course must be received at least seven calendar days prior to the start date of the course.

Important: It is the student’s responsibility to confirm transcript deadlines with UCalgary Admissions.

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