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Physics Course Descriptions, (x - y - z)
(x = credit hours; y = lecture hours; z = lab hours)
1110 - Introductory Physics Lab, (1-0-3); (formerly PHYS 1105):
This course provides laboratory explorations and exercises to illustrate and reinforce
the physics concepts and principles presented in PHYS 1305 and 1307. Topics include
mechanics, heat, sound, wave motion, electricity, magnetism, and optics. This course
meets the specifications of programs such as Education and others that require
seven credit hours in science courses.
1305 - Introductory Physics I, (3-3-0):
This is a non-technical course that explores some of the fundamental rules of nature.
The topics of motion, mechanics, heat, and sound are presented in a conceptual context.
This course is recommended for students with no previous physics experience and for
those who do not need a math-intensive course as a prerequisite for further work in
science,
engineering, mathematics, or medicine.
1307 - Introductory Physics II, (3-3-0): Prerequisite: PHYS 1305 or equivalent.
This course is designed to follow PHYS 1305 with an exploration of the basic principles
of electricity and magnetism, light and optics, as well as atomic and nuclear physics.
1401. General Physics I (4-3-3);
Prerequisite: MATH 2412 or equivalent with department approval. This course fulfills
the requirement for a technical course in physics with a laboratory component, for
programs
such as medicine, dentistry, nursing, pharmacy, and architecture. The
fundamentals of mechanics,
heat, and sound are presented in a problem solving context.
Computer applications relevant to
course content are introduced and utilized.
1402. General Physics II (4-3-3);
Prerequisite: PHYS 1401 or equivalent. This course is designed to follow 1401 with an
exposition
of
the basic principles of electricity and magnetism, light and optics, as well
as some topics from
atomic
and nuclear physics.
1570. Mechanics and Heat (5-4-3); [offered through summer 2008]
Prerequisite: MATH 2413 or equivalent with departmental approval.
This course is for students who need a calculus-based physics course, with laboratory,
such as
majors
or minors in Engineering, Mathematics, or Physical Science. The fundamental
laws and
principles
governing the mechanics of point particles, rigid bodies, and fluids are
presented,
as well as an introduction
to thermodynamics. Topics are addressed in a problem-
solving context
and supported by tutorial exercises
and experiments. Elementary computer
applications are also
introduced and utilized in the course.
2425. University Physics I (4-3-4); [starting fall 2008]
Prerequisite: MATH 2413 or equivalent with departmental approval.
This course is for students who need a calculus-based physics course with laboratory,
such as majors or minors in Engineering, Math, or Physical Science. The basic principles
and applications of mechanics, wave motion, and thermal phenomena are presented along
with problem-solving techniques. Computer applications relevant to course content may
be utilized.
2426. University Physics II (4-3-4); [starting fall 2008]
Pre-requisite: PHYS 2425 and MATH 2414, or equivalent.
Recommended co-requisite: MATH 2414 (Calculus II).
This course follows PHYS 2425. Topics include the basic principles and applications
of
electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic waves, optical phenomena, and selected topics
in modern physics. Emphasis is on problem solving and integrating concepts from mechanics
and calculus. Computer applications relevant to course content may be utilized.
2427. University Physics III (4-3-4); [starting spring 2009]
Pre-requisite: PHYS 2426 or equivalent; MATH 2415 (Calculus III) is recommended
This course completes the calculus-based introductory physics sequence. Topics include
thermodynamics, special relativity, quantum physics, and nuclear physics. An emphasis
is placed on problem solving and integrating concepts from classical theory and calculus.
Computer applications relevant to course content are utilized.
2570. Waves, Optics, Electricity, and Magnetism (5-4-3);
[offered through summer 2008]
Prerequisite: PHYS 1570 or equivalent with departmental approval.
This course follows 1570 with
a presentation of the basic principles and applications of
waves, optical phenomena, electricity, magnetism,
and selected topics in modern physics.
Problem solving and integrating concepts from mechanics and calculus
are emphasized.
Elementary computer applications are also utilized.
Physics Course Syllabi
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