• PHYS 1655

    Introduction to Python for Scientists and Engineers
     Rating

    4.28

     Difficulty

    4.17

     GPA

    3.54

    Last Taught

    Fall 2026

    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, and visualizing data. No previous programming or computer experience is required. Prerequisite: MATH 1210 or equivalent, or instructor permission.

  • PHYS 1660

    Practical Computing for the Physical Sciences
     Rating

    4.30

     Difficulty

    2.00

     GPA

    3.77

    Last Taught

    Fall 2026

    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 use scientific software, and to learn other practical skills that are important for a future career in the sciences.

  • PHYS 1930

    Physics in the 21st Century
     Rating

    3.83

     Difficulty

    1.00

     GPA

    3.84

    Last Taught

    Fall 2026

    Overview of current areas of research in the broad discipline of physics, including the historical context of their development. Describes various career options in physics, including academia, government, and industry. Outlines the college physics curriculum and describes opportunities to participate in research at the university.

  • PHYS 2010

    Principles of Physics 1 for Pre-Health Students
     Rating

    2.78

     Difficulty

    3.93

     GPA

    3.17

    Last Taught

    Fall 2026

    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 arithmetic, elementary algebra, and trigonometry is essential. PHYS 2010, 2020, in conjunction with the laboratories PHYS 2030, 2040, satisfy the physics requirement of medical and dental schools. PHYS 1425 or PHYS 2010 should be completed before taking PHYS 2020.

  • PHYS 2020

    Principles of Physics 2 for Pre-Health Students
     Rating

    2.76

     Difficulty

    3.86

     GPA

    3.27

    Last Taught

    Summer 2026

    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 arithmetic, elementary algebra, and trigonometry is essential. PHYS 2010, 2020, in conjunction with the laboratories PHYS 2030, 2040, satisfy the physics requirement of medical and dental schools. PHYS 1425 or PHYS 2010 should be completed before taking PHYS 2020.

  • PHYS 2030

    Principles of Physics 1 Workshop
     Rating

    2.12

     Difficulty

    3.72

     GPA

    3.55

    Last Taught

    Fall 2026

    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 satisfies the requirements for pre-health students. Co-requisites: PHYS 2010

  • PHYS 2040

    Principles of Physics 2 Workshop
     Rating

    2.05

     Difficulty

    3.36

     GPA

    3.58

    Last Taught

    Summer 2026

    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. Co-requisites: PHYS 2020. Prerequisite: PHYS 2030

  • PHYS 2410

    Introductory Physics 2: Electricity, Magnetism and Optics
     Rating

    3.00

     Difficulty

    3.00

     GPA

    3.02

    Last Taught

    Fall 2026

    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 lecture hours. PHYS 1420 or PHYS 1425; co-requisite MATH 2310; or instructor permission

  • PHYS 2415

    Introductory Physics 2 for Engineers
     Rating

    2.67

     Difficulty

    4.15

     GPA

    3.12

    Last Taught

    Summer 2026

    Second semester of introductory physics sequence recommended for engineers and other scientists. Topics include electricity, magnetism, circuits and optics. Emphasis is on development of skills for practical applications. Three lecture hours. Prerequisites: PHYS 1420 or PHYS 1425; co-requisite: MATH 2310; or instructor permission.

  • PHYS 2419

    Introductory Physics 2 Workshop
     Rating

    2.09

     Difficulty

    3.52

     GPA

    3.40

    Last Taught

    Fall 2026

    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 required for engineering and physics majors. Co-requisites: PHYS 2415 or 2410. Prerequisite: PHYS 1429