First course of a survey of introductory physics, suitable for students who are not familiar with calculus. Topics include Newton¿s laws of motion, energy conservation, momentum, fluids, vibrations, and waves. Elementary algebra and trigonometry are used frequently. Includes lecture and laboratory. Prerequisites: none; MATH 1170 recommended. [Core Curriculum Goal Area 3 (LC)]
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PHYS 1102 General Physics II (4 credits)

Second course of a survey of introductory physics suitable for students who are not familiar with calculus. Topics include heat, electricity, magnetism, electronic circuits, light, and optics. Elementary algebra and trigonometry are employed as needed. Includes lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite(s): none; MATH 1470 recommended. [Core Curriculum Goal Area 3 (LC)]
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PHYS 1200 Ideas of Modern Physics (3 credits)

An introduction to modern physics concepts at a level suitable for all students. Topics of discussion may include Einstein's theory of relativity, quantum mechanics, lasers, nuclear energy, black holes, and dark matter. This course will be mostly non-mathematical, with only trace amounts of math used as needed. [Core Curriculum Goal Area 3 (LL)]
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PHYS 1910 Directed Independent Study (3 credits)

Arranged individual study.
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PHYS 1920 Directed Group Study (3 credits)

Arranged group study.
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PHYS 1930 Experimental Course (3 credits)

A course proposed for inclusion in the University curriculum. May not be offered more than two times as an experimental course.
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PHYS 1940 In-Service Course (3 credits)

A course for practitioners seeking additional training or expertise in their current vocation or profession. The in-service format typically includes an educational experience in which a University faculty member and a group of students concentrate on working toward the resolution of a specific problem.
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PHYS 1950 Workshop, Institute, Tour (3 credits)

An intense, credit-granting academic experience of short duration (usually from two days to two weeks) that is not listed in the current University curriculum. Provides for the practical application of theoretical learning within a group setting, and may include the development of methods and skills and the discussion of ideas and principles.
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PHYS 1960 Special Purpose Instruction (3 credits)

A course intended for specific groups or organizations outside the University community.
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PHYS 1970 Internship (3 credits)

Graded Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only. Student internships may be either full-time or part-time in a public or private agency appropriate to the degree objective. Internships consist of closely supervised periods of service that are arranged in advance of the course registration. Students should consult their advisor concerning prerequisites.
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PHYS 1980 Research (3 credits)

Research carried out by the student that is based on appropriate methodology and scholarship.
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PHYS 1990 Thesis (3 credits)

A thesis written by the student that reports extensive original research carried out by the student and demonstrates appropriate methodology and scholarship.
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PHYS 2000 Astronomy (3 credits)

A one-semester survey of introductory astronomy. Topics include the history of astronomy, the formation and composition of our solar system, the evolution of stars and galaxies, the Big Bang model, the search for extraterrestrial life, and the fate of the universe. [Core Curriculum Goal Area 3 (LL).]
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PHYS 2101 University Physics I (4 credits)

First course of a calculus-based introductory physics sequence. Topics include Newton's laws of motion, gravitation, energy conservation, momentum, fluids, vibrations and waves. Includes lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2471 or consent of instructor. [Core Curriculum Goal Area 3 (LC)]
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PHYS 2102 University Physics II (4 credits)

Second course of a calculus-based introductory physics sequence. Topics include electricity, magnetism, electrical circuits, light, and optics. Includes lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: PHYS 2101 and MATH 2472 or consent of instructor. [Core Curriculum Goal Area 3 (LC)]
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PHYS 2210 Statics and Strength of Materials (3 credits)

Analysis of loads and moments borne by non-accelerating bodies and structures, considering distribution of forces and moments, material deformation, and prediction of material failure. Prerequisite: PHYS 2101.
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PHYS 2220 Dynamics (3 credits)

Dynamics force and moment systems, including applications to systems of particles and rigid bodies, with an engineering emphasis. Prerequisite: PHYS 2101.
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PHYS 2500 Electronics (4 credits)

Use and analysis of digital ICs, with application to computer circuitry and interfacing. Intensive laboratory. Corequisite: PHYS 1101 or PHYS 2101, or consent of instructor.
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PHYS 2910 Directed Independent Study (3 credits)

Arranged individual study.
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PHYS 2920 Directed Group Study (3 credits)

Arranged group study.
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PHYS 2930 Experimental Course (3 credits)

A course proposed for inclusion in the University curriculum. May not be offered more than two times as an experimental course.
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PHYS 2940 In-Service Course (3 credits)

PHYS 2950 Workshop, Institute, Tour (3 credits)

PHYS 2960 Special Purpose Instruction (3 credits)

A course intended for specific groups or organizations outside the University community.
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PHYS 2970 Internship (3 credits)

PHYS 2980 Research (3 credits)

Research carried out by the student that is based on appropriate methodology and scholarship.
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PHYS 2990 Thesis (3 credits)

A thesis written by the student that reports extensive original research carried out by the student and demonstrates appropriate methodology and scholarship.
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PHYS 3103 University Physics III (4 credits)

Final course of a calculus-based introductory physics sequence, with a focus on modern physics. Topics include special relativity, quantum mechanics, atomic physics and radiation, elementary particles, astrophysics, and cosmology. Includes lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 2102 or consent of instructor.
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PHYS 3300 Thermal and Statistical Physics (3 credits)

Principles of thermodynamics and statistical mechanics. Topics include temperature, the laws of thermodynamics, entropy, heat engines and refrigerators, free energy, and Boltzmann and quantum statistics. Prerequisites: PHYS 2102, PHYS 3103, MATH 2472, or consent of instructor.
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PHYS 3400 Mathematical Physics (3 credits)

Introduction to mathematical techniques used to solve problems in the physical sciences. Topics include complex numbers, Fourier series, ordinary and partial differential equations, and series solutions including Legendre polynomials and Bessel functions. Prerequisites: PHYS 2102, MATH 2472, or consent of instructor.
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PHYS 3700 Classical Mechanics (3 credits)

Newton's laws applied to systems of particles and rigid bodies. Topics includes energy and momentum conservation, non-inertial reference frames, Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics. Prerequisites: PHYS 2101, PHYS 3400 or MATH 2490.
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PHYS 3720 Advanced Laboratory (1 credits)

A laboratory designed to supplement various advanced courses that currently have no laboratory component. Content varies with term and may be repeated. Prerequisite: PHYS 2102.
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PHYS 3910 Directed Independent Study (3 credits)

Arranged individual study.
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PHYS 3920 Directed Group Study (3 credits)

Arranged group study.
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PHYS 3930 Experimental Course (3 credits)

A course proposed for inclusion in the University curriculum. May not be offered more than two times as an experimental course.
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PHYS 3940 In-Service Course (3 credits)

PHYS 3950 Workshop, Institute, Tour (3 credits)

PHYS 3960 Special Purpose Instruction (3 credits)

A course intended for specific groups or organizations outside the University community.
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PHYS 3970 Internship (3 credits)

PHYS 3980 Research (3 credits)

Research carried out by the student that is based on appropriate methodology and scholarship.
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PHYS 3990 Thesis (3 credits)

A thesis written by the student that reports extensive original research carried out by the student and demonstrates appropriate methodology and scholarship.
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PHYS 4100 Solid-State Physics (3 credits)

Fundamentals of condensed matter physics, emphasizing crystalline solids. Includes transport mechanisms, band theory, lattice vibrations, insulators and semiconductors. Prerequisites: PHYS 2102, PHYS 3103, MATH 2472.
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PHYS 4300 Optics (4 credits)

Electromagnetic wave phenomena, including Fraunhofer and Fresnel diffraction, interference, coherence, dispersion, and polarization. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisites: PHYS 2102, PHYS 3400 or MATH 2490, or consent of instructor.
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PHYS 4500 Electromagnetism (4 credits)

Classical theory of electric and magnetic fields. Topics include Maxwell's equations, boundary value problems, static fields, dielectric materials, waves, waveguides, and antennas. Prerequisites: PHYS 2102, PHYS 3400, or consent of instructor.
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PHYS 4700 Quantum Mechanics (3 credits)

Development and formulation of quantum mechanics, with selected applications in spectroscopy, atomic/nuclear structure, and lasers. Prerequisites: PHYS 3103, PHYS 3400.
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PHYS 4800 Special Topics in Theoretical Physics (4 credits)

Advanced topics in electromagnetism, classical mechanics, and quantum mechanics. Prerequisites: PHYS 3103, PHYS 3400, and consent of instructor.
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PHYS 4910 Directed Independent Study (3 credits)

Arranged individual study.
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PHYS 4917 DIS Tchg Assoc | (1-2 credits)

Directed Independent Study | Teaching Associate
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PHYS 4920 Directed Group Study (3 credits)

Arranged group study.
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PHYS 4930 Experimental Course (3 credits)

A course proposed for inclusion in the University curriculum. May not be offered more than two times as an experimental course.
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PHYS 4940 In-Service Course (3 credits)

PHYS 4950 Workshop, Institute, Tour (3 credits)

PHYS 4960 Special Purpose Instruction (3 credits)

A course intended for specific groups or organizations outside the University community.
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PHYS 4970 Internship (3 credits)

PHYS 4980 Research (3 credits)

Research carried out by the student that is based on appropriate methodology and scholarship.
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PHYS 4990 Thesis (3 credits)

A thesis written by the student that reports extensive original research carried out by the student and demonstrates appropriate methodology and scholarship.
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