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PHYS 112Gen EdAnalyzing the Natural World

Astronomy and Universe

Physics

4 credit hoursUsually offered: Fall, Spring
Avg GPA
2.60
Easiness
1.70
Total regs
703

Grade Distribution

Spring 2022–Spring 2026 · Percentages use A–F and W outcomes

Avg GPA
2.60
A
31.4%
221
B
30.6%
215
C
18.9%
133
D
4.8%
34
F
5.7%
40
W
8.5%
60
A–F + W
703
Other outcomes
0
All registrations
703

Quick Insights

Avg GPA
2.60
Easiness
1.70
C or better
88.5%
Among A–F outcomes
D or better
93.8%
Among A–F outcomes
Withdrawal rate
8.5%
Among A–F and W outcomes
Most common grade
A
Letter grades only
Outcomes counted
703
A–F and W outcomes

PHYS 112 by Professor

Ranked by historical GPA for 2024SP–2026SP · A–F outcomes only · minimum 20 graded outcomes

#1
Unwin, James
3.10
RMP
2.7
9 reviews
Graded
175
Total regs
191
#2
Ugalde, Claudio
2.65
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Astronomy in the context of the scientific process, history and current events. Covers the Solar System, stars and galaxies and the origin and fate of the universe. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Laboratory and one Lecture. IAI GECC Phys Sci-w/Lab course, and UIC GE Natural World Lab course .

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Methodology
RMP
2.7
61 reviews
Graded
130
Total regs
145
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Professor
Avg GPA
Student rating
Graded
Total regs
  • 1
    Unwin, James
    3.10
    2.7 (9)
    175
    191
  • 2
    Ugalde, Claudio
    2.65
    2.7 (61)
    130
    145
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