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PHYS 116   Acoustics

Matthew Deady

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1:30 -4:00 pm

8:30 -9:50 am

10:10 - 11:30 am

11:50 -1:10 pm

1:30 -2:50 pm

RKC 103

HEG 107

SCI

This laboratory course gives an introduction to the phenomena of acoustics, particularly aspects that are important in the production and perception of music. The physics of sound is covered in depth, and characteristics of acoustic and electronic instruments are discussed. Mathematical and laboratory techniques are introduced as needed. No specific science or mathematics background beyond algebra is assumed.

 

91176

PHYS 141   Introduction to Physics I

Christian Bracher

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10:10 - 11:30 am

1:30 -3:30 pm

4:00 -6:00 pm

1:30 -3:30 pm

HEG 102

HEG 107

SCI

A calculus-based survey of Physics.  This first semester covers topics in mechanics, heat and thermodynamics, and wave motion.  The course stresses ideas--the unifying principles and characteristic models of physics.  Labs develop the crucial ability to elicit understanding of the physical world. Corequisite: MATH 141.  This course has three Lab options.   

 

91177

PHYS 221   Mathematical Methods of Physics I

Matthew Deady

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1:30 -3:30 pm

RKC 102

MATC

 (2 credits)  This course presents methods of mathematics that are useful in the physical sciences.  While some proofs and demonstrations are given, the emphasis is on the applications.  This semester’s topics include: power series, probability and statistics, multi-variable differentiation and integration, and curvilinear coordinate systems. Prerequisites:  MATH 141-142, or equivalent.

 

91179

PHYS 312   Electricity and Magnetism

Burton Brody

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1:30 -3:30 pm

HEG 201

MATC

Electrostatics, conductors, and dielectrics. Laplace's Equation and characteristic fields. Magnetostatics, magnetodynamics, and the magnetic properties of matter. Flow of charge and circuit theory. Maxwell's Equations and the energy/momentum transfer of electromagnetic radiation. Prerequisites: Physics 141‑142, Mathematics 211.

 

91178

PHYS 321   Modern Physics

Christian Bracher  (Lecture) 

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1:30 -3:30 pm

7:00 -8:20 pm

HEG 102

Rose 108

 

A topical course in the development of modern physics from the theory of relativity to quantum mechanics. Relativity, photoelectric effect, X‑ray production and scattering, nuclear transmutation, alpha and beta radiation processes, particles and quasiparticles.  Prerequisites: Physics 141‑142, Mathematics 141-142.

 

91180

PHYS 444   General Relativity

Peter Skiff

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10:10 - 11:30 am

HEG 201

 

A course in  Einstein’s “General Theory of Relativity and Gravity.”  Elements of tensor analysis and differential geometry are developed to explore metrics on a pseudo-Riemannian manifold. The Schwarzschild metric is then employed for applications to dynamics near massive objects, including black holes.  The Robertson-Walker metric will be applied to cosmic evolution, noting current problems of cosmic acceleration.  Historical topics will include the Einstein-Grossmann “Entwurf,” retrodiction of Mercury’s orbit, the 1919 eclipse and subsequent gravitational lensing, gravitational waves, “The” binary pulsar, Gravity Probe B, and LIGO. Prerequisites: PHYS 321, PHYS 303, and MATH 212.