PHY 020
Introduction to Physics - 3 sh
An introduction to the principles of physics intended primarily for non-science majors.
PHY 040,
042 General Physics I & II - 8 sh
A one-year course in physics intended primarily for students in the biological and earth sciences and related fields.
PHY 100,
102 Physics I & II - 8 sh
A one-year calculus-based course in physics designed for physical science and pre-engineering students.
PHY 110
Modern Physics - 3 sh
A study of the development of the Theory of Relativity and Quantum Physics and a brief history of modern physics.
PHY 220
Electronics - 3 sh
The theory and laboratory applications of solid state electronic components and control elements to the design of electronic equipment.
PHY 230
Optics - 3 sh
A thorough study of the fundamentals of geometrical, physical, and quantum optics. Laboratory is included.
PHY 290
Introduction to Nanotechnology- 3 sh
Nanotechnology deals with the various structures of matter, both man-made and natural, having dimensions of the order of a billionth of a meter or less.
PHY 310
Physics of Sound - 3 sh
The mathematics, theory and study of the physical principles of vibrations and sound.
PHY 312
Mechanics - 4 sh
A study of statics, kinematics, and dynamics of particles and rigid bodies, and the theories relating to potential and motion in force fields.
PHY 315
Advanced Physics Laboratory I - 2 sh
An advanced level undergraduate laboratory physics course in mechanics and heat and thermodynamics.
PHY 316
Electricity and Magnetism - 3 sh
A study of the fundamental principles of electricity and magnetism, and the extension of these principles to Maxwell's Equation.
PHY 319
Advanced Physics Laboratory II - 2 sh
An advanced level laboratory physics course in electricity, magnetism and modern physics.
PHY 327
Heat and Thermodynamics - 3 sh
A study of the equations of state of a system and the fundamental laws and principles governing energy transformations and exchanges between a system and its near-surroundings and between one part of a system and another.
PHY 345
Mathematical Physics- 3 sh
This course will be used to do an in depth study of problem solving and modeling as it applies to various physical situations in nature.
PHY 360
Quantum Mechanics - 3 sh
Topics include wave-particle duality, state functions and their usefulness, the Schrodinger equation, uncertainty principle, expectation values of observables and applications of quantum physics to one dimensional system.
PHY 362
Solid State Physics - 3 sh
Topics include crystal structure, crystal binding, lattice vibrations, thermal and electrical properties of solids, the Fermi gas, band theory of solids, conductors and semiconductors, superconductivity, magnetic properties, and crystal defects.
PHY 364
Nuclear Physics - 3 sh
Topics include nuclear structure and models, nuclear transitions and decay, nuclear reactions, radiation detection, natural radioactivity and elementary particles.
PHY 370
Research in Physics - 1-4 sh
A laboratory course involving individual research on a specialized problem in physics.
PHY 372-375
Selected Topics in Physics - 1-3 sh
Topics in the field of physics that are of current interest will be selected for in-depth study. The course content will normally change each time the course is offered. The course may be repeated for credit provided that the same topic is not repeated.
PHY 380
Senior Seminar in Physics - 2 sh
A course consisting of readings and discussion in physics required of all liberal arts students in physics.
PHY 390
Internship in Physics
Supervised, practical work experience in laboratory and/or field situations. Semester hour credit will be based upon the proposal and scheduled clock hours, but a maximum of 4 credits may be applied toward Arts and Sciences electives.
PHY 465
Advanced Physics Laboratory II - 2 sh
An advanced level laboratory physics course in electricity, magnetism and modern physics. Advanced experiments from the areas of electricity, magnetism, optics and atomic, nuclear and solid state physics are performed. Topics in error and data analysis are included. This course will cover topics at a more in-depth level than PHY 319. A student may not enroll in this course if she/he has successfully completed PHY 319.
PHY 470
Quantum Mechanics - 3 sh
Topics include wave-particle duality, state functions and their usefulness, the Schrodinger equation, uncertainty principle, expectation values of observables and applications of quantum physics to one dimensional systems. The hydrogen atom is also considered. This course will cover topics at a more in-depth level than PHY 360. A student may not enroll in this course if she/he has successfully completed PHY 360.
PHY 472
Solid State Physics - 3 sh
Topics include crystal structure, crystal binding, lattice vibrations, thermal and electrical properties of solids, the Fermi gas, band theory of solids, conductors and semiconductors, superconductivity, magnetic properties, and crystal defects. This course will cover topics at a more in-depth level than PHY 362. A student may not enroll in this course if she/he has successfully completed PHY 362.
PHY 474
Nuclear Physics - 3 sh
Topics include nuclear structure and models, nuclear transitions and decay, nuclear reactions, radiation detection, natural radioactivity and elementary particles. This course will cover topics at a more in-depth level than PHY 364. A studnet may not enroll in this course if she/he has successfully c ompleted PHY 364.
EGR 121
Engineering Drawing and Lettering
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Astronomy.