This course will introduce concepts of modern quantum mechanics, including an historical introduction, a review of related classical mechanics techniques and the required mathematical concepts. Topics include postulates of quantum mechanics, one-dimensional potentials, the Heisenberg uncertainty principle, the hydrogen atom, angular momentum and spin. Prerequisites: MATH 254 and PHYS 208. (One Course)
- Teacher: Ashwani Kumar
An introduction to the study of particles and systems under the action of various types of forces. Includes harmonic oscillator, central force and Lagrangian formulation. This course makes elegant use of mathematical techniques in solving physical problems. Prerequisites: MATH 254 and PHYS 132. (One course.)
- Teacher: Michael Solontoi
A survey of topics in astronomy for students with a background in science. Topics may include the night sky, stars and stellar evolution, galaxies, the Big Bang, and the large scale structure of the universe. Emphasis will be placed on investigating the physical principles underlying astronomical phenomena. Requisite: PHYS130 or instructor approval. (One course.)
- Teacher: Michael Solontoi
Continuation of PHYS 132. The course is designed to extend the core concepts developed in first-year physics into applications of fluids and heat, and to explore oscillations and waves (Mechanical and electromagnetic) and optics. Mathematical descriptions of fluid, heat, light and oscillatory systems will be developed including methods involving differential equations and complex presentation. Lab skills will focus on modeling and experimental design while practicing writing and data presentation in a professional manner consistent with physical sciences.
- Teacher: Ashwani Kumar
A survey of stellar astronomy, with emphases on modern theories and observations of the formation and evolution of stars, galaxies, and the Universe. Laboratory experiments and telescopic observation are part of the course. (One course.)
- Teacher: Michael Solontoi