PHYS0102 - General Physics: Electromagnetism, Optics, and Modern Physics

Status
A
Activity
LAB
Section number integer
116
Title (text only)
General Physics: Electromagnetism, Optics, and Modern Physics
Term
2024C
Subject area
PHYS
Section number only
116
Section ID
PHYS0102116
Course number integer
102
Meeting times
F 3:30 PM-5:29 PM
Level
undergraduate
Instructors
Peter Harnish
Description
A continuation of PHYS 0101 emphasizing an introduction to classical electricity and magnetism, light and optics, special relativity, the quantum theory of matter, and nuclear physics. Suggested for students in a pre-health program. Credit is awarded for only one of the following courses: PHYS 0009, 0102, 0151, 0171. Students with AP or Transfer Credit for PHYS who complete PHYS 0102 will thereby surrender the AP or Transfer Credit.
Course number only
0102
Fulfills
Quantitative Data Analysis
Physical World Sector
Use local description
No

PHYS0102 - General Physics: Electromagnetism, Optics, and Modern Physics

Status
A
Activity
LAB
Section number integer
115
Title (text only)
General Physics: Electromagnetism, Optics, and Modern Physics
Term
2024C
Subject area
PHYS
Section number only
115
Section ID
PHYS0102115
Course number integer
102
Meeting times
M 3:30 PM-5:29 PM
Level
undergraduate
Instructors
Peter Harnish
Description
A continuation of PHYS 0101 emphasizing an introduction to classical electricity and magnetism, light and optics, special relativity, the quantum theory of matter, and nuclear physics. Suggested for students in a pre-health program. Credit is awarded for only one of the following courses: PHYS 0009, 0102, 0151, 0171. Students with AP or Transfer Credit for PHYS who complete PHYS 0102 will thereby surrender the AP or Transfer Credit.
Course number only
0102
Fulfills
Physical World Sector
Quantitative Data Analysis
Use local description
No

PHYS0170 - Honors Physics I: Mechanics and Wave Motion

Status
A
Activity
SEM
Section number integer
301
Title (text only)
Honors Physics I: Mechanics and Wave Motion
Term
2024C
Subject area
PHYS
Section number only
301
Section ID
PHYS0170301
Course number integer
170
Meeting times
W 10:15 AM-11:44 AM
M 10:15 AM-11:44 AM
F 10:15 AM-11:14 AM
Level
undergraduate
Instructors
James M. Kikkawa
Description
This course parallels and extends the content of PHYS 0150, at a significantly higher mathematical level. Recommended for well-prepared students in engineering and the physical sciences, and particularly for those planning to major in physics. Classical laws of motion: interaction between particles; conservation laws and symmetry principles; rigid body motion; non-inertial reference frames; oscillations. Prerequisite: Benjamin Franklin Seminar. Credit is awarded for only one of the following courses: PHYS 0008, PHYS 0101, PHYS 0150, PHYS 0170. Students with AP or Transfer Credit for PHYS 0101 or PHYS 0150 who complete PHYS 0170 will thereby surrender the AP or Transfer Credit.
Course number only
0170
Fulfills
Quantitative Data Analysis
Physical World Sector
Use local description
No

PHYS0170 - Honors Physics I: Mechanics and Wave Motion

Status
A
Activity
LAB
Section number integer
102
Title (text only)
Honors Physics I: Mechanics and Wave Motion
Term
2024C
Subject area
PHYS
Section number only
102
Section ID
PHYS0170102
Course number integer
170
Meeting times
W 1:45 PM-3:44 PM
Level
undergraduate
Instructors
Peter Harnish
Description
This course parallels and extends the content of PHYS 0150, at a significantly higher mathematical level. Recommended for well-prepared students in engineering and the physical sciences, and particularly for those planning to major in physics. Classical laws of motion: interaction between particles; conservation laws and symmetry principles; rigid body motion; non-inertial reference frames; oscillations. Prerequisite: Benjamin Franklin Seminar. Credit is awarded for only one of the following courses: PHYS 0008, PHYS 0101, PHYS 0150, PHYS 0170. Students with AP or Transfer Credit for PHYS 0101 or PHYS 0150 who complete PHYS 0170 will thereby surrender the AP or Transfer Credit.
Course number only
0170
Fulfills
Physical World Sector
Quantitative Data Analysis
Use local description
No

PHYS0170 - Honors Physics I: Mechanics and Wave Motion

Status
A
Activity
LAB
Section number integer
101
Title (text only)
Honors Physics I: Mechanics and Wave Motion
Term
2024C
Subject area
PHYS
Section number only
101
Section ID
PHYS0170101
Course number integer
170
Meeting times
T 1:45 PM-3:44 PM
Level
undergraduate
Instructors
Peter Harnish
Description
This course parallels and extends the content of PHYS 0150, at a significantly higher mathematical level. Recommended for well-prepared students in engineering and the physical sciences, and particularly for those planning to major in physics. Classical laws of motion: interaction between particles; conservation laws and symmetry principles; rigid body motion; non-inertial reference frames; oscillations. Prerequisite: Benjamin Franklin Seminar. Credit is awarded for only one of the following courses: PHYS 0008, PHYS 0101, PHYS 0150, PHYS 0170. Students with AP or Transfer Credit for PHYS 0101 or PHYS 0150 who complete PHYS 0170 will thereby surrender the AP or Transfer Credit.
Course number only
0170
Fulfills
Quantitative Data Analysis
Physical World Sector
Use local description
No

ASTR1211 - Introduction to Astrophysics I

Status
A
Activity
LEC
Section number integer
1
Title (text only)
Introduction to Astrophysics I
Term
2024C
Subject area
ASTR
Section number only
001
Section ID
ASTR1211001
Course number integer
1211
Meeting times
TR 12:00 PM-1:29 PM
Level
undergraduate
Instructors
Mariangela Bernardi
Description
A basic course for majors in physical sciences and engineering; required for the astrophysics concentration. The course provides fundamental knowledge of Newtonian gravity and the properties of light and matter as they are relevant for understanding astrophysical objects. Application is made to the observed features of planetary motion, the atmospheres and stars and planets, and the structure and evolution of stars.
Course number only
1211
Fulfills
Physical World Sector
Use local description
No

ASTR0007 - The Big Bang and Beyond

Status
A
Activity
LEC
Section number integer
1
Title (text only)
The Big Bang and Beyond
Term
2024C
Subject area
ASTR
Section number only
001
Section ID
ASTR0007001
Course number integer
7
Meeting times
MW 12:00 PM-1:29 PM
Level
undergraduate
Instructors
Adam Lidz
Description
An introductory course for students who do not intend to major in a physical science or engineering, covering theories of the Universe ranging from the ancient perspective to the contemporary hot big bang model, including some notions of Einstein's special and general theories of relativity. Topics will include the solar system, stars, black holes, galaxies, and the structure, origin and future of the Universe itself. Elementary algebra is used. Fulfills quantitative data analysis requirement.
Course number only
0007
Fulfills
Natural Sciences & Mathematics Sector
Quantitative Data Analysis
Use local description
No

ASTR0001 - A Survey of the Universe

Status
A
Activity
LEC
Section number integer
2
Title (text only)
A Survey of the Universe
Term
2024C
Syllabus URL
Subject area
ASTR
Section number only
002
Section ID
ASTR0001002
Course number integer
1
Meeting times
TR 10:15 AM-11:44 AM
Level
undergraduate
Instructors
Mathew Madhavacheril
Description
A general survey, designed for the non-major, of the facts and theories of the astronomical universe, from solar system, to stars, to galaxies and cosmology. Topics include planets, satellites, small objects in the solar system, and extraterrestrial life; stars, their evolution, and their final state as white dwarfs, neutron stars, or black holes; galaxies, quasars, large structures, background radiation, and big bang cosmology. Elementary algebra and geometry will be used. This course is not recommended for physical-science majors or engineering students. Engineering students receive no credit for this course. Fulfills quantitative data analysis requirement.
Course number only
0001
Fulfills
Physical World Sector
Quantitative Data Analysis
Use local description
No

ASTR0001 - A Survey of the Universe

Status
A
Activity
LEC
Section number integer
1
Title (text only)
A Survey of the Universe
Term
2024C
Syllabus URL
Subject area
ASTR
Section number only
001
Section ID
ASTR0001001
Course number integer
1
Meeting times
TR 8:30 AM-9:59 AM
Level
undergraduate
Instructors
Ravi K. Sheth
Description
A general survey, designed for the non-major, of the facts and theories of the astronomical universe, from solar system, to stars, to galaxies and cosmology. Topics include planets, satellites, small objects in the solar system, and extraterrestrial life; stars, their evolution, and their final state as white dwarfs, neutron stars, or black holes; galaxies, quasars, large structures, background radiation, and big bang cosmology. Elementary algebra and geometry will be used. This course is not recommended for physical-science majors or engineering students. Engineering students receive no credit for this course. Fulfills quantitative data analysis requirement.
Course number only
0001
Fulfills
Quantitative Data Analysis
Physical World Sector
Use local description
No

PHYS6633 - Relativistic Quantum Field Theory

Status
A
Activity
LEC
Section number integer
1
Title (text only)
Relativistic Quantum Field Theory
Term
2024C
Subject area
PHYS
Section number only
001
Section ID
PHYS6633001
Course number integer
6633
Meeting times
MW 8:30 AM-9:59 AM
Level
graduate
Instructors
Mirjam Cvetic
Description
A continuation of PHYS 6632, dealing with non-Abelian gauge theories.
Course number only
6633
Use local description
No