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PHYS 1010 The Physical Universe
Spring 2027

In this class you will get a chance to explore the scientific wonders of the universe. Topics vary each semester but generally include: motion, energy, waves, electricity, magnetism, sound, light, …

3.9
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2.6
Difficulty
3.22
GPA
PHYS 1060 How Things Work
Spring 2027

Explores the physics behind everyday life, considering objects from our daily environment and their principles of operation. Through these explorations, the course illustrates the deep impact of physics on our …

4.0
Rating
3.1
Difficulty
3.16
GPA
PHYS 1420 Introductory Physics 1: Classical Mechanics, Waves, and Thermodynamics
Spring 2027

First semester of the introductory physics sequence recommended for prospective physics majors. Topics include particle kinematics and dynamics, energy and momentum conservation, rotational motion, fluids, oscillatory motion, waves, sound, and …

3.7
Rating
4.7
Difficulty
3.18
GPA
PHYS 1425 Introductory Physics 1 for Engineers
Spring 2027

First semester of introductory physics sequence recommended for engineers. Topics include particle kinematics and dynamics, energy and momentum conservation, rotational motion, fluids, oscillatory motion, waves, sound, and thermodynamics. Emphasis is …

2.4
Rating
3.8
Difficulty
3.17
GPA
PHYS 1429 Introductory Physics 1 Workshop
Spring 2027

Group problem solving, data acquisition and analysis, and application of physics to real life scenarios in the framework of classical mechanics and thermodynamics. The course is geared towards STEM majors …

2.1
Rating
3.3
Difficulty
3.47
GPA
PHYS 1655 Introduction to Python for Scientists and Engineers
Spring 2027

This course provides an introduction to the Python programming language with applications to common problems in the science and engineering fields. It emphasizes three core skills: analyzing data, simulating data, …

4.3
Rating
4.2
Difficulty
3.56
GPA
PHYS 1660 Practical Computing for the Physical Sciences
Spring 2027

This course teaches how to use the computer to solve quantitative problems. This involves learning the skills to write computer programs dedicated to certain tasks, to visualize data graphically, to …

4.3
Rating
2.0
Difficulty
3.78
GPA
PHYS 2020 Principles of Physics 2 for Pre-Health Students
Spring 2027

Physics 2010 and 2020 constitute a terminal course sequence covering the principles of mechanics, heat, electricity and magnetism, optics, atomic, solid state, nuclear, and particle physics. A working knowledge of …

2.9
Rating
3.9
Difficulty
3.28
GPA
PHYS 2040 Principles of Physics 2 Workshop
Spring 2027

Group problem solving, data acquisition and analysis, and application of physics to real life scenarios in the framework of electricity and magnetism. The course satisfies the requirements for pre-health students. …

2.0
Rating
3.4
Difficulty
3.60
GPA
PHYS 2410 Introductory Physics 2: Electricity, Magnetism and Optics
Spring 2027

Second semester of the introductory physics sequence recommended for prospective physics majors. Topics include electricity, magnetism, circuits and optics. Emphasis is on building foundations for future studies in physics. Three …

3.0
Rating
3.0
Difficulty
3.02
GPA
PHYS 2419 Introductory Physics 2 Workshop
Spring 2027

Group problem solving, data acquisition and analysis, and application of physics to real life scenarios in the framework of electricity and magnetism. The course is geared towards STEM majors and …

2.2
Rating
3.4
Difficulty
3.41
GPA
PHYS 2620 Modern Physics
Spring 2027

Introduction to quantum physics and relativity, with application to atomic structure, nuclear and elementary particle physics, condensed matter physics, and cosmology. Three lecture hours, one problem hour. Prerequisite: PHYS 1720 …

3.4
Rating
3.6
Difficulty
3.03
GPA
PHYS 2720 Problem Solving and Special Topics in Classical Physics
Spring 2027

Develop and extend the techniques of introductory physics and calculus to solve more complicated problems. The course covers topics in mechanics, fluids, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, waves, and optics. Recommended prerequisites: PHYS …

4.7
Rating
3.5
Difficulty
3.72
GPA
PHYS 3040 Physics of the Human Body
Spring 2027

Application of basic physics principles to functions of the human body: biomechanics, metabolism, cardiovascular, cognitive & respiratory systems, and the senses. Medical diagnosis and therapy technologies (e.g., PET, MRI, CT) …

3.3
Rating
3.0
Difficulty
3.36
GPA
PHYS 3120 Applied Physics: Energy
Spring 2027

Basic physics principles of energy sources and energy production, conversion, distribution, and storage. This course will focus on the basic physics principles and applications of engines, nuclear energy, solar power …

1.1
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4.3
Difficulty
3.35
GPA
PHYS 3140 Intermediate Laboratory
Spring 2027

Selected experiments in mechanics, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics. One lecture hour and four laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: PHYS 1429, PHYS 2419; co-requisite: PHYS 2620.

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Difficulty
3.56
GPA
PHYS 3180 Advanced Laboratory B
Spring 2027

Approximately five experiments drawn from the major fields of physics. Introduces precision apparatus, experimental techniques, and methods of evaluating experimental results. Outside report preparation is required. Six laboratory hours. Prerequisite: …

4.0
Rating
2.0
Difficulty
3.53
GPA
PHYS 3250 Applied Nuclear Physics
Spring 2027

Applications of nuclear physics and nuclear energy: Introduction to nuclear physics, radioactivity, radiation standards and units, interaction of radiation with matter, accelerators, x-ray generators, detectors, biological effects, nuclear medicine, nuclear …

4.3
Rating
2.0
Difficulty
3.33
GPA
PHYS 3340 Mathematics for Physics
Spring 2027

This course covers linear algebra and complex analysis, with a review of vector calculus. Emphasis is on applications in physics. Students cannot receive credit for both PHYS 3340 and MATH …

3.3
Rating
3.5
Difficulty
3.37
GPA
PHYS 3420 Electricity and Magnetism I
Spring 2027

Systematic treatment of static electromagnetic phenomena with extensive use of vector calculus, including Maxwell's equations. Recommended Prerequisite: MATH 4220, PHYS 1720 or PHYS 2410 or PHYS 2415, and PHYS 2720.

3.3
Rating
3.3
Difficulty
3.20
GPA