1105

68

Descriptive Astronomy of the Solar System Laboratory (1-0-3)

Topics include celestial coordinates, planetary motion, telescope optics, emission spectra and planetary process. In addition to indoor laboratory exercises, nighttime observations are required usually on the same day the laboratory is scheduled. (PHYS 1111)

1106

Descriptive Stellar and Galactic Astronomy Laboratory (1-0-3)

Topics include stellar luminosity, magnitude, spectra, HR diagram, binary and multiple star systems, stellar clusters, galactic structure. In addition to indoor laboratory exercises, nighttime observations are required usually on the same day the laboratory is scheduled. (PHYS 1112)

1107

General Physics Laboratory I (1-0-3)

Topics include: mechanics, bulk properties of matter, heat and waves. (PHYS 1101)

1108

General Physics Laboratory II (1-0-3)

Topics include: electric and magnetic fields, DC and AC circuits, non-linear devices, geometric and physical optics, and atomic and molecular physics. (PHYS 1102)

1305

Descriptive Astronomy of the Solar System (3-3-0)

The history of astronomy and the use of telescopes and other astronomical equipment. A survey of the solar system: the planets, their satellites, interplanetary matter and the origin of the solar system. (PHYS 1311)

1306

Descriptive Stellar and Galactic Astronomy (3-3-0)

Stellar and galactic systems: the evolution and characteristics of the stars, galaxies and clusters of stars and galaxies; interstellar matter and its properties. Current cosmological models and the search for extraterrestrial life. (PHYS 1312)

1307

General Physics I (3-3-0)

The elementary principles of mechanics, heat and wave motion using elementary trigonometry and algebra. Topics include kinematics, dynamics of particles and rigid bodies; conservation of mass, momentum and energy; simple harmonic motion and characteristics of waves, mechanical and thermal properties of solids and fluids; and thermal properties, kinetics and dynamics of ideal gases. Credit for both PHYS 1307 and PHYS 2401 may not be applied toward a degree. (PHYS 1301)

1308

General Physics II (3-3-0)

Continuation of PHYS 1307. Elementary principles of electromagnetism, optics and modern physics. Topics include: static electric and magnetic fields and the motion of charged particles therein; induced electric and magnetic fields; DC and AC circuits; geometrical and physical optics; the concept of quantization and the properties of the atom and its nucleus. Credit for both PHYS 1308 and PHYS 2402 may not be applied toward a degree. (PHYS 1302)

2101

Physics Laboratory I (1-0-3)

Topics include linear and rotational motion, collisions, simple harmonic motion and thermal properties of matter. (PHYS 2125)

2102

68

Physics Laboratory II (1-0-3)

Topics include static electric and magnetic fields and electron motion therein, DC and AC circuits including linear and nonlinear devices and properties of electromagnetic waves, and geometrical and physical optics. (PHYS 2126)

2401

Physics I (4-4-0)

Topics include: kinematics and dynamics in one, two and three dimensions, statics, dynamics, potentials, conservation of energy and momentum (linear and angular), rotational kinematics and dynamics, oscillations, gravitation, fluid mechanics, thermal properties of matter, kinetic theory of gases and the first and second law of thermodynamics. (PHYS 2425)

2402

Physics II (4-4-0)

Topics include: electric charge, electric fields and potentials, Gauss’ Law, capacitors and dielectrics, AC and DC electrical circuits, magnetic fields, the Biot-Savart Law, Faraday’s Law, magnetic properties of matter, Maxwell’s equations and electromagnetic waves and optics. (PHYS 2426)

3300

Undergraduate Research (3-0-9)

Independent investigation of a specific topic problem in physics research under the direction of a selected faculty member.

3307

Modern Physics I (3-3-0)

Fundamental concepts of quantum physics and special relativity, developed and applied to atomic structure and spectra, nuclear reactions, solid state physics and other related topics of current interest.

3330

Statistical and Thermal Physics (3-3-0)

See CHEM 3330.

3393

Intermediate Mechanics I (3-3-0)

The classical mechanics of particles and systems of particles, and rigid bodies. Newtonian mechanics, linear and non-linear oscillations, Euler’s equations and Lagrangian and Hamiltonian dynamics.

3399

Directed Study in Physics

Selected topics in the field; intensive individual study under the guidance of a faculty member.

3401

Electronics for Scientists and Engineers (4-2-5)

Electronics and electronic instrumentation. Lecture concepts are applied and extended in the laboratory. Review of circuit theory, active devices, digital circuits and design of digital instruments using integrated circuits.

4308

Quantum Physics (3-3-0)

An introduction to quantum theory and basic elements of quantum mechanics through the Schroedinger and matrix approaches, barrier penetration, simple perturbation with applications to atomic and nuclear spectroscopy, condensed matter and other appropriate topics.

4320

Physical Properties of Materials (3-3-0)

A survey of the electrical, magnetic and thermal properties of modern materials. Selected systems include metals and alloys, semiconductors, ceramics, liquid crystals, and polymers. Practical applications, particularly to physics and chemistry, will be discussed and current literature topics will be introduced in the lecture-discussions.

4380

Field Experience

Field experience integrates theory and academic laboratory experience with work experience in industrial, government or institute laboratories. May be repeated for additional credit; 6 hours may be applied toward a degree.

4399

Senior Honors Thesis

A research project, supervised by a member of the natural sciences faculty or scientist at an affiliated research institution or laboratory. The completed research project must be presented in both written and oral form to the science faculty. No more than six hours credit for this course may be applied toward a degree.

4401

Applied Electromagnetism and Optics (4-3-3)

An introduction to the fundamentals of electromagnetism. Multipole fields, Laplace and Poisson equations, Maxwell equations, electromagnetic waves, reflection and refraction, spherical scalar waves, interference and diffraction phenomena. Laboratory applications of electromagnetic and optical phenomena.