PHYS 135aLg: Physics for the Life Sciences
Algebra/calculus-based physics introductory course tailored for life sciences and pre-med students. Topics include Newtonian mechanics, kinematics, Newton's laws of motion, work, energy, momentum, rotational motion, fluid dynamics, elasticity, thermodynamics, heat transfer, and biomechanical applications in human physiology. Weekly lab experiments reinforce physical principles.
This archive catalogs 13 free educational resources and past exams for PHYS 135aLg (Physics for the Life Sciences) at University of Southern California (USC), containing 5 midterm papers, 7 final examinations, and 1 worksheet. Dated documents represent 7 distinct academic years between 2017 and 2023.
Core Exam Topics & Learning Objectives
- Kinematics in 1D and 2D: position, velocity, acceleration vectors, and projectile motion trajectories in PHYS 135aLg
- Newton's laws of motion: free-body diagrams, static/kinetic friction, circular motion, and centripetal acceleration
- Work, energy, and momentum: work-energy theorem, conservative forces, potential energy curves, and collision conservation laws
- Rotational dynamics and equilibrium: torque, moment of inertia, angular momentum conservation, and static equilibrium in Physics for the Life Sciences
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Final Exam 2017
University of Southern California (USC) PHYS 135aLg Final Exam 2017
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Midterm (Exam 1) 2018
University of Southern California (USC) PHYS 135aLg Midterm (Exam 1) 2018
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Final Exam 2018
University of Southern California (USC) PHYS 135aLg Final Exam 2018
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Final Exam 2019
University of Southern California (USC) PHYS 135aLg Final Exam 2019
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Midterm (Exam 1) 2020
University of Southern California (USC) PHYS 135aLg Midterm (Exam 1) 2020
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Final Exam 2020
University of Southern California (USC) PHYS 135aLg Final Exam 2020
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Midterm (Exam 1) 2021
University of Southern California (USC) PHYS 135aLg Midterm (Exam 1) 2021
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Final Exam 2021
University of Southern California (USC) PHYS 135aLg Final Exam 2021
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Midterm (Exam 1) 2022
University of Southern California (USC) PHYS 135aLg Midterm (Exam 1) 2022
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Final Exam 2022
University of Southern California (USC) PHYS 135aLg Final Exam 2022
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Midterm (Exam 1) 2023
University of Southern California (USC) PHYS 135aLg Midterm (Exam 1) 2023
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Final Exam 2023
University of Southern California (USC) PHYS 135aLg Final Exam 2023
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Worksheet 4
University of Southern California (USC) PHYS 135aLg Worksheet 4
Assessment Inventory for PHYS 135aLg (13 Documents)
| Document | Format | Year | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2023 | Midterm | 2023 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2023 | Final | 2023 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2022 | Midterm | 2022 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2022 | Final | 2022 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2021 | Midterm | 2021 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2021 | Final | 2021 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2020 | Midterm | 2020 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2020 | Final | 2020 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2019 | Final | 2019 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2018 | Midterm | 2018 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2018 | Final | 2018 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2017 | Final | 2017 | Illustrative Archive |
| Worksheet 4 | Worksheet | — | Illustrative Archive |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which assessment formats are cataloged in this PHYS 135aLg archive?
This collection for PHYS 135aLg at University of Southern California (USC) catalogs 13 total resources across the following formats: Midterms, Finals, Worksheets. Each document is listed in the assessment inventory table below with its individual format tag and academic year where recorded.
What academic years are covered in this PHYS 135aLg collection?
Dated materials in this archive span from 2017 to 2023, representing 7 distinct academic years. Coverage varies by the records currently cataloged for this course.
How can students access these free PHYS 135aLg past exams?
All cataloged PHYS 135aLg past exams and study materials are free to request. The catalog, metadata, assessment inventory, and illustrative thumbnails are public; source documents are not shown on this page. Use the connect options to request a study resource, and confirm current course topics and grading policies with the University of Southern California (USC) course syllabus.