PHYS 240 - Modern Physics

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University of San Francisco

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Prerequisite: PHYS - 210. Corequisite: MATH - 211. An introduction to the physics of the twentieth century for students who have completed the General Physics sequence and three semesters of Calculus. The course focuses on two major developments: relativistic and quantum physics. Topics include an in-depth study of the special theory of relativity, an introduction to the general theory of relativity, a survey of the experimental basis of quantum physics, and an introduction to the old quantum theory, to Schr dinger quantum mechanics, and to quantum statistics. Applications include the hydrogen atom, the periodic table, and examples from atomic, molecular, solid-state, and nuclear physics. The course ends with an overview of elementary particles and cosmology. Offered every Fall.

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4.00

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Institution Website:

www.usfca.edu/

Phone Number:

(415) 422-5555

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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