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1.00 Credits
This course consists of hands-on laboratory exercises chosen to illustrate topics in modern astronomy. Topics of the exercises may include stellar photometry, observation and measurement of star clusters and galaxies, and observation of the Moon and planets. Offered in conjunction with PH 151 Astronomy. One credit.
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3.00 Credits
It doesn't take a rocket scientist to successfully design, build, launch and recover a model rocket, but doing so makes you a rocket scientist! This course introduces the physical principles involved in the design and flight of rocket propelled vehicles with hands-on experience building and flying model rockets. The course covers Newton's description of motion, aerodynamics, the operating principles of rocket motors, the history of space flight, and legal issues surrounding hobby rocketry. Must be taken in conjunction with PH 173. Three credits.
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Laboratory course to accompany PH 171. Students develop a working knowledge of the measurement techniques and design strategies necessary to test, launch, and recover model rockets. Students work in groups to design, build, and test a model rocket to meet a challenge goal similar to the Team America Rocketry Challenge. Must be taken in conjunction with PH 171. One credit.
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3.00 Credits
This course studies the production of sound waves, the propagation of sound, interference and resonance. The course investigates how loudness, pitch and quality are applied to musical instruments. The difference between materials in reflecting, refracting and absorbing sound will be discussed. We will listen to music of a variety of diverse cultures. Application of physical concepts will lead to an understanding of the relationship between physics and music. Basic knowledge of trigonometry and algebra is required. Prerequisite: Tier 1 natural science course. Three credits.
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Experiments will be performed to study the properties of waves and musical instruments. We will listen to music of a variety of diverse cultures. Students who are taking the course and play musical instruments will be encouraged to perform. Application of physical concepts will lead to an understanding of the relationship between physics and music. Taken in conjunction with PH 191. One credit.
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3.00 Credits
This course investigates the development of models for light and vision as it took place in three civilizations: the ancient Greeks, the Middle East, and Renaissance Europe. Attention is given to the relationship between science and history, philosophy, psychology and religion. Special attention will be given to the work of the Arab scholar Alhasan ibn al-Hytham. No previous knowledge of optics is required. Interest in writing, reading and class discussion is necessary to succeed in this course. Prerequisite: Tier 1 natural science course. Three credits.
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This laboratory examines the experimental physics that is associated with the fundamentals of light and optics. Experiments will cover topics on the movement and nature of light, reflection, refraction, radiation, optical properties of matter and more. To be taken with PH 195. One credit.
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3.00 Credits
A survey of atomic and nuclear physics including quantum physics. Prerequisites: PH 112, MA 114. Must be taken with PH 213. Three credits.
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1.00 Credits
Laboratory to accompany PH 211. Laboratory experiments will stress basic subjects such as atomic and classical scattering, particle and wave nature of both radiation and matter, radioactivity and spectroscopy. One credit.
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3.00 Credits
A study of the basic concepts of both classical and statistical thermodynamics. Topics will include work, energy and entropy as well as the laws of thermodynamics, the Carnot cycle, heat engines, kinetic theory and classical and quantum statistics. Prerequisites: PH 112 and MA 114. Offered alternate years. Three credits.
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