Course

PHYS 116  Acoustics

Professor

Matthew Deady

CRN

16306

 

Schedule

Wed              1:30  -   4:00 pm   HEG 102   

Fr (Lab A)   10:00  - 11:20 am   HEG 107   or

Fr (Lab B)   11:30  - 12:50 pm   HEG 107   or

Fr (Lab C)     1:30  -   2:50 pm   HEG 107

Distribution

OLD: E/G/Q

NEW: Laboratory Science

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. On-line

 

Course

PHYS 142 Introduction to Physics II

Professor

Burton Brody

CRN

16307

 

Schedule

Mon Wed       10:30  - 12:30 pm   HEG 106   

Mon (Lab A)     1:30  -3:30 pm      HEG 107  or

Mon (Lab B)     4:00  -6:00 pm      HEG 107  or   

Mon (Lab C)     7:00  -9:00 pm      HEG 107

Distribution

OLD: E/G/Q

NEW: Laboratory Science

Part II of a calculus-based survey which will focus on electricity and magnetism, light, electromagnetic radiation, and optics. The course stresses ideas - the unifying principles and characteristic models of physics. Labs develop the critical ability to elicit understanding of our physical world.  Prerequisite:  Physics 141, Mathematics 141  On-line

 

Course

PHYS 211   Introduction  to Digital Electronics

Professor

Burton Brody

CRN

16308

 

Schedule

Tu           4:00  -6:30 pm   HEG 107

Th           1:30  -3:30 pm   HEG 107     

Distribution

OLD: E/G/Q

NEW: Laboratory Science

Cross-listed: Science, Technology & Society

This course is a 1-term introduction to the basic electronics of the algorithms and bus architecture underlying most digital computers.  After brief introductions to current, voltage, and Kirchhoff's Laws; resistors, diodes, and capacitors; filters, impedance and voltage dividers; meters and oscilloscopes; we will delve more deeply into number systems, Boolean algebra, and circuit realizations of combinational and sequential logic; ending with 3-state logic and a prototype "monobus" computer.  The rest of the term will be devoted to building and elaborating a Z-80-based minicomputer with memory, addressed I/O (via dip switches and HEX LED displays), etc.  Each student will wire his/her own computer and may extend the computer beyond the exercises indicated.  Physics is not a prerequisite but would be helpful; no math beyond algebra and basic trigonometry is required but some calculus may be used; and some experience with a programming language would be useful.  Each class will begin with lecture/discussion then move to lab mode (although students can also work in the lab on their own time).  This course is conceived to serve the interests of computer science students. Prerequisite: Physics 142 or higher or Computer Science, and permission of the instructor.

 

 

Course

PHYS 303   Mechanics

Professor

Peter Skiff

CRN

16310

 

Schedule

Wed Fr   10:30  - 12:00 pm   ROSE 108

Distribution

OLD: N/A

NEW: N/A

Particle kinematics and dynamics in one, two, and three dimensions. Conservation laws, coordinate transformations, and problem‑solving techniques in differential equations, vector calculus, and linear algebra. Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formulation of dynamics.   Prerequisites: Physics 141‑142, Mathematics 141‑142.  On-line