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PHYS 118Gen EdAnalyzing the Natural World

Physics in Modern Medicine

Physics

3 credit hoursUsually offered: Fall, Spring
Avg GPA
2.64
Easiness
1.80
Total regs
81

Grade Distribution

Fall 2023–Fall 2025 · Percentages use A–F and W outcomes

Avg GPA
2.64
A
39.5%
32
B
16.0%
13
C
23.5%
19
D
11.1%
9
F
3.7%
3
W
6.2%
5
A–F + W
81
Other outcomes
0
All registrations
81

Quick Insights

Avg GPA
2.64
Easiness
1.80
C or better
84.2%
Among A–F outcomes
D or better
96.1%
Among A–F outcomes
Withdrawal rate
6.2%
Among A–F and W outcomes
Most common grade
A
Letter grades only
Outcomes counted
81
A–F and W outcomes

PHYS 118 by Professor

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

#1
Boergens, Kevin
2.89
RMP
NR
Graded
55
Total regs
59
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Survey course of physical technologies used in modern medicine and the underlying physics, including applications of optics, imaging, and nuclear medicine to diagnosis, surgery, therapy and treatment. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): High school algebra, trigonometry, and biology. UIC GE Natural World No Lab course .

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Boergens, Kevin
2.89
NR
55
59
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