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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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Section Schedule
Jan 18, 2026 to Apr 26, 2026
Type
Online Asynchronous
Dates
Jan 18, 2026 to Apr 26, 2026
Type
Online Synchronous
Days
Su
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Jan 18, 2026 to Apr 26, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
70.0
Delivery Options
Online Hybrid  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $599.00
Instructor(s)
  • Dawn Donohue
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  

This course uses Desire2Learn (D2L), an online learning management system. The instructor will post the course outline and other materials in D2L. For more information about D2L, please visit our Online Learning Resources.

This is an Online Hybrid course with Online Synchronous Sessions held online in real time (Mountain Time).

  • Zoom web conferencing software. To fully participate in the classes, students will need: an internet connection, and a reliable headset with microphone.

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 26, 2026 to Apr 27, 2026
Type
Online Asynchronous
Dates
Jan 26, 2026 to Apr 27, 2026
Type
Online Synchronous
Days
M
Time
6:00PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Jan 26, 2026 to Apr 27, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
70.0
Delivery Options
Online Hybrid  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $599.00
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

  • 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
May 02, 2026 to Jul 25, 2026
Type
Online Asynchronous
Dates
May 02, 2026 to Jul 25, 2026
Type
Online Synchronous
Days
Sa
Time
9:30AM to 12:30PM
Dates
May 02, 2026 to Jul 25, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
70.0
Delivery Options
Online Hybrid  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $599.00
Instructor(s)
  • Dawn Donohue
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.

Type
Online Synchronous
Days
F, M, W
Time
12:30PM to 3:30PM
Dates
Jul 03, 2026 to Aug 26, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
70.0
Delivery Options
Online Synchronous  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $599.00
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.

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