PHYS 1402 - College Physics II

Institution:

Central Texas College

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Description:

This is the second part of a one-year algebra-based physics course. This course includes the basic principles of Electricity and Magnetism, Light and Optics, and modern advances in physics, namely, relativity, Atomic and Nuclear Physics. The topics covered in this course are as follows: Electrostatics (Electric forces, Electric fields and Electric Potentials); Electric Circuits, (DC and AC); Magnetic Forces and Magnetic Field; Electromagnetic Induction and Electromagnetic Waves; Light (Geometrical and Wave Optics); special Relativity; The Nature of the Atoms; Nuclear Physics and Radioactivity. This is a required course for students who plan to major in any Health science disciplines. Methods of instruction include practical laboratory experiments, application of modern technology, and guided discussions. The course includes three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week, usually offered in the spring semester only. Prerequisite: PHYS 1401 or consent of the Department Chair and Instructor. Co-requisite: PHYX 1402.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.ctcd.edu

Phone Number:

(254) 526-7161

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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