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3.00 Credits
This course provides an introduction to the theory and applications of chaos. The topics presented may include: characterizations of dynamical systems and of maps and flows; senstivity to initial conditions; studies of one-dimensional maps including fixed points, periodic orbits, bifurcation theory, the period-doubling cascade to chaos, universal scaling laws and the Feigenbaum constants; the Schwarzian derivative and the critical orbit; and the Newton Fixed Point Theorem. Then, the last part of the course is devoted to fractals, Julia Sets, and the Mandelbrot Set. If time permits we may study the Lyapunov exponents and the Lorenz attractor. Students taking this course are strongly urged to take 480L. Lecture (three hours). Prerequisite: MATH 115. Even spring.
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1.00 Credits
Computer studies of the concepts introduced in PHYS 480. An important topic is the period- doubling cascade to chaos for the one-dimensional logistic map. We may also study the Henon Map, the Lorenz attractor, Julia Sets, and the Mandelbrot Set. Laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: MATH 115. Even spring.
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3.00 Credits
Modern scientific understanding of the origin and evolution of the universe at a straightforward descriptive level. Topics include: redshift of distant galaxies, cosmic background radiation, cosmic abundance of hydrogen and helium, inflation, dark matter, dark energy and big-bang models of the universe, with discussion of relevant astrophysics including stellar evolution and black-hole science. Emphasis is on the current status of the field as per public media sources. Delivery is based on a variety of visual aids, including acclaimed public television programs. Internet-based searches, readings from public sources and fieldtrips to local observatories are some of the activities included for credit No science or mathematics background presumed. Does not meet requirements of astronomy programs. Lecture (three hours). Prerequisite: junior status or instructor's permission. Odd spring.
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3.00 Credits
This course will include elements of nuclear structure, as well as the discoveries and ideas of modern elementary particle physics. The material covered will be, in part, cultural and historical. The topics presented may include: the Special and General Theories of Relativity; an introduction to quantum mechanics; the properties of baryons, mesons, and leptons; the quart structure of the hadrons, including the "flavor" and "color" labels; "asymptotic freedom" and "infrared slavery"; parity violation in the weak interactions and other symmetries obeyed or violated in the various interactions; the electroweak theory; the unification of the various forces; and GUTS, supersymmetry, and string theories. Connections between particle physics and cosmology may be discussed. Lecture (three hours). Prerequisites: PHYS 374 with a C or better and MATH 310. Even fall.
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to the Special and General Theories of Relativity. Topics that may be discussed are: space-time coordinates and four vectors, the metric tensor, the Lorentz transformation, simultaneity, the Lorentz contraction, time dilation, relativistic dynamics, relativistic threshold problems, the principle of equivalence, space-time curvature, the Schwarzschild metric, the gravitational redshift, the bending of light, the Einstein equations, and applications to astrophysics and cosmology. Lecture (three hours). Prerequisites: PHYS 461 with C or better or MATH 215 and instructor's permission. Odd fall.
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1.00 Credits
A basic introduction to machine shop practices necessary to experimentalists in all fields. Some of the areas covered are: shop equipment and its use, materials, soldering and welding techniques, mechanical drawing and schematics, electronics construction techniques and practical applications. Offered as per student interest.
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Special topics and problems in physics and related subject suitable for an independent study. Fall, spring and summer.
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Problems of a more sophisticated nature than those in PHYS 487. Prerequisites: PHYS 487 with C or better. Fall, spring and summer.
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3.00 Credits
The main topics covered are atomic bonding, crystalline structure, diffusion, mechanical behavior, thermal behavior, failure analysis and prevention, phase diagrams and kinetics. The course is an accurate description of the balance between scientific principles and practical engineering that is required in selecting the proper materials for modern technology. Lecture (three hours). Prerequisite: PHYS 374 with C or better. Odd fall.
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3.00 Credits
This course will address the properties of structural materials (metals, ceramics and glasses, polymers and composites), electronic, optical and magnetic materials (electrical behavior, optical behavior, semiconductor materials and magnetic materials) and materials in engineering design (environmental degradation and materials selection). Prerequisite: PHYS 491 with C or better. Even spring.
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