Weekly hour information [lecture, recitation, laboratory]

PHY 1151 Conceptual Physics I
PHY 1152 Conceptual Physics II
PHY 1165 Physics for the Allied Health Sciences
PHY 1180 Quantitative Methods for the Physical Sciences
PHY 1191 Physics I
PHY 1192 Physics II
PHY 2210 General Physics I
PHY 2211 General Physics II
PHY 3264 Physical Methods in Forensic Science
PHY 3311 Modern Physics I
PHY 3312 Modern Physics II
PHY 3313 Physical Mechanics I
PHY 3314 Physical Mechanics II
PHY 3315 Analog Electronics
PHY 3316 Digital Electronics
PHY 3317 Physical Optics
PHY 3318 Thermodynamics
PHY 3319 Introduction to Solid State Physics
PHY 3321 Selected Topics I
PHY 3322 Selected Topics II
PHY 4401 Electricity and Magnetism I
PHY 4402 Electricity and Magnetism II
PHY 4407 Introduction to Quantum Mechanics
PHY 4408 Atomic and Nuclear Physics
PHY 4415 Physics Research I
PHY 4416 Physics Research II
PHY 4450 Current Scientific Phenomena
PHY 4497 Independent Study

PHY 1151 Conceptual Physics I 4 cr. [3, 0, 2]

An introduction to both classical and modern physics without the use of calculus. Designed to enable the student to appreciate the role of physics in society.

PHY 1152 Conceptual Physics II 4 cr. [3, 0, 2]

Continuation of PHY 1151.

PHY 1165 Physics for the Allied Health Sciences 3 cr. [3, 0, 0]

Designed to give students in the Allied Health Sciences the physics background needed for their professional work. Selection of material is based on the appropriateness of the life sciences without limiting basic concepts found in all introductory physics courses.

PHY 1180 Quantitative Methods for the Physical Sciences 3 cr. [3, 0, 0]

Introduction to the application of mathematical analysis to physical situations. Problem solving using algebraic, statistical, calculus, and computer methods. Corequisite: MA 2231.

PHY 1191 Physics I 4 cr. [3, 1, 2]

A one-year sequential calculus physics course discussing classical mechanics, fluids, thermodynamics, classical electricity and magnetism, optics and waves, modern physics. Application of physics to life science is made in problem selection and laboratory experimentation. Corequisite: MA 2231.

PHY 1192 Physics II 4 cr. [3, 1, 2]

Continuation of PHY 1191. Prerequisite: PHY 1191.

PHY 2210 General Physics I 4 cr. [3, 1, 2]

A calculus based, introductory physics course emphasizing classical concepts. Selected topics include: motion, work and energy, gravitation, electricity and magnetism, and electromagnetic waves. Prerequisite: MA 2231. Co-requisite: MA 2232.

PHY 2211 General Physics II 4 cr. [3, 1, 2]

Continuation of PHY 1191 or 2210. Corequisite MA 2233.

PHY 3264 Physical Methods in Forensic Science 3 cr. [2, 0, 2]

An advanced treatment of the physical methods used in the investigation of criminal activities. Topics covered include: statistical treatment of data, material properties of matter, ballistics, hair and fiber identification, physical markings, and spectral analysis. Prerequisites: CHM 1110, SCI 1104, SCI 1107

PHY 3311 Modern Physics I 3 cr. [3, 0, 0]

An introduction to 20th century physics, including the structure of atoms and nuclei, basic ideas of quantum mechanics and solid state theory. Prerequisite: MA 2233. Corequisite: MA 3311.

PHY 3312 Modern Physics II 3 cr. [3, 0, 0]

Continuation of PHY 3311.

PHY 3313 Physical Mechanics I 3 cr. [3, 0, 0]

An analytic treatment of classical mechanics covering the methods of statics and dynamics of rigid bodies with application to physical problems; small oscillations, generalized coordinates and Lagrange’s equations. Prerequisite: MA 2233 and PHY 2211. Corequisite: MA 3311.

PHY 3314 Physical Mechanics II 3 cr. [3, 0, 0]

Continuation of PHY 3313.

PHY 3315 Analog Electronics 4 cr. [3, 0, 3]

The basics of analog electronics will be discussed and explored in the lab. Topics covered include: Kirchoff’s laws, Thevennin equivalent circuits, time varying signals, filters, diodes, transistors, and amplifiers. Prerequisite: PHY 2211. Co-requisite MA 3311.

PHY 3316 Digital Electronics 4 cr. [3, 0, 3]

The basics of digital electronics will be discussed and explored in the lab. Topics covered include: binary systems, boolean algebra and logic gates, information registers, memory circuits, and digital microprocessors.

PHY 3317 Physical Optics 3 cr. [3, 0, 0]

Wave phenomena, electromagnetic theory of light, interference, diffraction, polarization and nonlinear optics. Prerequisite: MA 2233, MA 3311 and PHY 2211.

PHY 3318 Thermodynamics 3 cr. [3, 0, 0]

An introduction to thermal physics and kinetic theory. Prerequisite: MA 2233, MA 3311 and PHY 2211.

PHY 3319 Introduction to Solid State Physics 3 cr. [3, 0, 0]

A brief summary of the theory underlying the behavior of solids. Emphasis on transport theory, interaction of light and matter, semiconductor devices, superconductors and lasers. Prerequisite: PHY 3312, MA 2233, and MA 3311.

PHY 3321 Selected Topics I 3 cr. [3, 0, 0]

Any selected topic not sufficiently covered in a general course.

PHY 3322 Selected Topics II 3 cr. [3, 0, 0]

See PHY 3321 for course description.

PHY 4401 Electricity and Magnetism I 3 cr. [3, 0, 0]

Foundations of electromagnetic theory including electrostatics, dielectric theory, magnetic properties. Prerequisite: MA 3311 and PHY 2211.

PHY 4402 Electricity and Magnetism II 3 cr. [3, 0, 0]

Continuation of PHY 4401.

PHY 4407 Introduction to Quantum Mechanics 3 cr. [3, 0, 0]

An introduction to wave mechanical and axiomatic approaches with simple applications. Prerequisite: MA 2233, MA 3311 and PHY 3312.

PHY 4408 Atomic and Nuclear Physics 3 cr. [3, 0, 0]

Continuation of PHY 4407; physical applications of quantum mechanics to atomic and nuclear physics.

PHY 4415 Physics Research I 3 cr. [0, 0, variable]

Undergraduate physics research project initiated by the student and completed in conjunction with a faculty member. Permission of the instructor required.

PHY 4416 Physics Research II 3 cr. [0, 0, variable]

Undergraduate physics research project initiated by the student and completed in conjunction with a faculty member. Prerequisite: PHY 4415 and permission of the instructor.

PHY 4450 Current Scientific Phenomena 1 - 3 cr. [Variable]

This course permits students to take advantage of important temporary phenomena. Thus credit hours, period and time of presentation, and instructional personnel must vary. Selection of topics will be based upon intrinsic value and interest as well as importance for other courses. May be taken for 1 through 3 credits not to exceed 6 credits.

PHY 4497 Independent Study 1 - 3 cr. [Variable]