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This course applies mathematical and physical techniques to astronomical objects and phenomena. Topics include stellar atmospheres and interiors, stellar evolution, supernova, degenerate stars, electromagnetic processes in space, galaxy formation, large scale structure, and cosmology. Computer projects are a required part of the course. Prerequisites: PHYS 162 or 232, PHYS 228, MATH 241 and CSCI 143 or equivalent. 4 hours class. 3 semester hours
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This course provides an overview of the various instruments and techniques used by professional astronomers to obtain and reduce their data. Topics include telescope design, optical and infrared detectors, noise, radio telescopes, x-ray and gamma-ray detectors, neutrino detectors, CCD detectors and electronic imaging, speckle interferometry, photometry, and spectroscopy. A primary objective is the direct participation in astronomical research studying variable stars using the facilities of the Widener University Observatory. Students learn how to operate the 16-inch telescope and CCD camera, take calibration frames, and employ photometry to obtain stellar magnitudes. Sessions are run in part lecture, part laboratory/project format, and require some outside reading. Students also solve problems and exercises that involve analyses of astronomical data. Prerequisite: PHYS 228. 3 hours lecture/laboratory/projects. 3 semester hours
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This course provides a mathematically rigorous investigation into the science of meteorology. Graphical analyses and calculus- based numerical problems are used throughout. Topics include radiation principles, heat, boundary layers, moisture, stability, cloud formation, precipitation, atmospheric dynamics, global circulation, air masses, fronts, cyclones, numerical weather prediction, thunderstorms, air pollution, and climate change. PHYS 209 is a prerequisite for environmental science majors and is recommended to be taken concurrently for physics majors. Corequisite: PHYS 162 or PHYS 232. 3 semester hours
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This course involves the rigorous study of Newtonian mechanics and its applications to the motion of particles, particle systems, and extended bodies. Vector calculus methods are used freely. Applications to astronomy and particle physics will be treated. Prerequisite: PHYS 162 or PHYS 232 and MATH 242. 3 hours lecture. 1 hour recitation weekly. 3 semester hours
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The laws of thermodynamics with applications to problems in chemical, electrical, and magnetic systems are studied. The course is an introduction to statistical methods for the study of properties of matter. Offered alternate years. Prerequisites: PHYS 162 or PHYS 232. Corequisite: MATH 242. 3 class hours. 3 semester hours
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This course introduces electromagnetic theory. Topics include electric and magnetic fields, dielectric and magnetic materials, Maxwell's field equations, displacement current, the Poynting theorem and electromagnetic waves, boundary-value problems, and radiation. Corequisite: PHYS 309; prerequisite: PHYS 162. 3 semester hours
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Studies include principles of geometrical and physical optics; interference; diffraction; polarization; the nature and characteristics of sound waves; and acoustics. Prerequisite: PHYS 162 or PHYS 232 and MATH 242. 3 class hours. 3 semester hours
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Special Relativity Theory and elementary aspects of Einstein's General Relativity Theory (geometrodynamics) are studied, with applications in electromagnetism, particle physics, and cosmology. Prerequisites: MATH 242, PHYS 261, and PHYS 309 or ENGR 315. 3 semester hours
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An introduction to solid state physics. Topics include crystal structures, mechanical properties, thermal properties, electrical and magnetic properties, and band theory and its applications. Prerequisite: PHYS 261. 3 semester hours
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An introduction to the physics of lasers. Topics include classical theory of dispersion and absorption, rate equations, the density matrix, semi-classical radiation theory, laser oscillation characteristics, multi-mode and transient oscillations, applications to specific laser systems, optical coherence, and laser applications. Prerequisites: PHYS 261 and MATH 241. 3 semester hours
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