PHYS 2081 - Modern Physics

Institution:

Century College - Minnesota

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Description:

Modern physics is the study of physics since the turn of the twentieth century. The two great theories of twentieth century physics are Einstein's Theory of Relativity and the Quantum Theory. The emphasis of this course will be on giving students a thorough understanding of these two complex topics as well as helping students gain an understanding of how these two theories apply to atomic and molecular structure and to condensed matter physics. Other topics such as nuclear physics, elementary particles physics, or astrophysics may also be covered. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 1082 and MATH 1082.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.century.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 770-3200

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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