PHYS 274 - General Physics III KCC AA/DP

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

Subject:

Description:

3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): PHYS 272; PHYS 272L; credit or concurrent enrollment in MATH 231. PHYS 274 focuses on the study of physical optics, special relativity, quantum mechanics, solid-state physics, atomic and nuclear physics, and elementary particle physics. Upon successful completion of PHYS 274, the student should be able to: Demonstrate knowledge of the wave properties of light as demonstrated in interference and diffraction. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the theory of special relativity and its effects: time dilation and space contraction. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the particlelike properties of EM radiation as demonstrated in the Photoelectric Effect and Compton Scattering. Demonstrate knowledge of the theory of the wavelike properties of matter known as quantum theory. Demonstrate knowledge of statistical physics. Demonstrate knowledge of the different properties of solids such as crystal structure, thermal and magnetic properties, and superconductivity. Demonstrate knowledge of semiconductor theory and devices such as diodes and transistors. Demonstrate knowledge of the nuclear structure, radioactive decay, nuclear interactions and its applications. Demonstrate knowledge of the different elementary particles and their role in the forces that hold matter together. Utilize abstract thinking and analytical reasoning in the analysis of word problems. Utilize calculation techniques in the analysis of dynamics problems in engineering.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.