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4.00 Credits
An elementary presentation of quantum physics, followed by applications to atoms and molecules, as well as an introduction to statistical mechanics. Prerequisite: PHYS 2125. IV
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4.00 Credits
A study of geometrical, physical, and modern optics. Emphasis on the electromagnetic wave nature of light and the particle nature of light, photons. Topics include reflection and refraction, lenses, optical instruments, interference, diffraction, polarization, spectroscopy, lasers, and laser light. Prerequisite: PHYS 2125. IV
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4.00 Credits
Exploration of a theme or physical theory that may be of special interest, but is not fully treated in other courses in the program. Usually offered in May term, with topics announced in advance. Prerequisite: PHYS 2125 or permission of instructor. IV
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4.00 Credits
A study of the statics and dynamics of mechanical systems of interest to engineering and physics majors. Includes study of kinematics and dynamics presented in various reference frames, coordinate transformations between frames, rotation of rigid bodies, moments of inertia, spinning tops, conservation laws, central forces, and introductory Lagrangian mechanics. Prerequisite: PHYS 2125. IV
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4.00 Credits
Intermediate mathematical treatment of electric and magnetic fields and potentials. Electric and magnetic properties of matter, circuits, introduction to Maxwell's equations, radiation, and physical optics. Prerequisites: PHYS 2154, MATH 2144. IV
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
A laboratory course designed to acquaint the student with the techniques and equipment used for experimental research in atomic and molecular collisions. Topics include building scientific apparatus, high vacuum systems, single particle counting techniques, electron optics, electronics, and methods of data analysis. (1/4 course unit.) CR/NC grading. May be repeated once. Prerequisite: PHYS 2125.
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4.00 Credits
Introduces the postulates of quantum mechanics and develops the Schroedinger equation along with angular momentum theory and perturbation techniques. Cases of special interest are studied including the hydrogen atom, the harmonic oscillator, and the Born approximation for two body collisions. Prerequisite: PHYS 2164. IV
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1.00 - 2.00 Credits
Acapstone laboratory course involving independent research in atomic and molecular collisions. Students will typically modify existing apparatus and perform new measurements. Results will be presented in a formal paper. (1/2 course unit.) Prerequisite: PHYS 3101.
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4.00 Credits
Study of a topic chosen by the student in consultation with a professor. The topic should be appropriate for an undergraduate major in content and level of difficulty, but should also be one that is not covered in other courses. Major pattern elective in physics. Standard or CR/NC grading. Prerequisites: Determined by topic.
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4.00 Credits
Provides an introduction to the world of politics by comparing different political systems and political ideologies. II Social Science
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