(PHYS 1301)
research under the direction of a selected faculty member.
1308 General Physics II (3-3-0) Prerequisite: PHYS 1307 and credit or enrollment in PHYS 1108. Continuation of PHYS 1307. Elementary principles of electromagnetism, optics and modern physics. Topics include static electric and magnetic fields and the motion of charged particles therein; induced electric and magnetic fields; DC and AC circuits; geometrical and physical optics; the concept of quantization and the properties of the atom and its nucleus. Credit for both PHYS 1308 and PHYS 2402 may not be applied toward a degree. (PHYS 1302)
3307 Modern Physics I (3-3-0) Prerequisite: PHYS 2402 or PHYS 1308 and credit or enrollment in MATH 2403. Fundamental concepts of quantum physics and special relativity, developed and applied to atomic structure and spectra, nuclear reactions, solid state physics and other related topics of current interest. 3393 Intermediate Mechanics I (3-3-0) Prerequisite: PHYS 2401 or PHYS 1307 and credit or enrollment in MATH 3301. The classical mechanics of particles and systems of particles, and rigid bodies. Newtonian mechanics, linear and non-linear oscillations, Euler’s equations and Lagrangian and Hamiltonian dynamics.
2101 Physics Laboratory I (1-0-3) Prerequisite: Credit or enrollment in PHYS 2401. Laboratory fee required: $30. Topics include linear and rotational motion, collisions, simple harmonic motion and thermal properties of matter. (PHYS 2125)
3399 Directed Study in Physics Prerequisite: Formal approval by department chair and dean; junior standing; minimum GPA of 3.0. Selected topics in the field; intensive individual study under the guidance of a faculty member.
2102 Physics Laboratory II (1-0-3) Prerequisite: Credit or enrollment in PHYS 2402. Laboratory fee required: $30. Topics include static electric and magnetic fields and electron motion therein, DC and AC circuits including linear and nonlinear devices and properties of electromagnetic waves, and geometrical and physical optics. (PHYS 2126)
4380 Field Experience in Physics Prerequisite: At least 75 hours and departmental approval. Field experience integrates theory and academic laboratory experience with work experience in industrial, government, or institute laboratories. May be repeated for additional credit; six hours may be applied toward a degree.
2190-2490 Special Topics in Physics Prerequisite: Varies according to topic. Laboratory fee required: $30. Selected topics in lower-level physics according to the needs and interests of the students.
4399 Senior Honors Thesis Prerequisite: Senior standing and enrollment in the Honors Program in the Natural Sciences. A research project, supervised by a member of the natural sciences faculty or scientist at an affiliated research institution or laboratory. The completed research project must be presented in both written and oral form to the science faculty. No more than six hours credit for this course may be applied toward a degree.
2401 Physics I (4-4-0) Corequisite: PHYS 2101 and MATH 2401. Topics include: kinematics and dynamics in one, two and three dimensions, statics, dynamics, potentials, conservation of energy and momentum (linear and angular), rotational kinematics and dynamics, oscillations, gravitation, fluid mechanics, thermal properties of matter, kinetic theory of gases and the first and second law of thermodynamics. (PHYS 2425)
4401 Applied Electromagnetism and Optics (4-3-3) Prerequisite: PHYS 2402, MATH 2403 and MATH 3301. Laboratory fee required: $12. An introduction to the fundamentals of electromagnetism. Multiple fields, Laplace and Poisson equations, Maxwell equations, electromagnetic waves, reflection and refraction, spherical scalar waves, interference and diffraction phenomena. Laboratory applications of electromagnetic and optical phenomena.
2402 Physics II (4-4-0) Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in PHYS 2401, credit or enrollment in PHYS 2102, and credit or enrollment in MATH 2402. Topics include electric charge, electric fields and potentials, Gauss’ Law, capacitors and dielectrics, AC and DC electrical circuits, magnetic fields, the Biot-Savart Law, Faraday’s Law, magnetic properties of matter, Maxwell’s equations and electromagnetic waves and optics. (PHYS 2426)
PLM (Professional Land Management) 3190-3490 Special Topics in Physics Prerequisite: Varies according to topic. Laboratory fee required: $30. Selected topics in junior-level physics according to the needs and interests of the students.
3305 Engineering, Geology and Geophysics for the Land Professional (3-3-0) Prerequisite: EM 3301 required, a course in GEOL recommended, and completion of, or enrollment in, BA 3300. The study of basic engineering, geological and geophysical concepts and their application in the energy industry. Topics will include the origin of hydrocarbons, geologic time, sedimentation, reservoirs, geologic and geophysical mapping, traps, migration, source rocks,
3300 Undergraduate Research (3-0-0) Prerequisite: Approval by Natural Science advisor and a minimum GPA of 2.5, and permission of instructor. Independent investigation of a specific topic problem in physics
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