Modern Physics

Overview

Subject area

PHY

Catalog Number

602

Course Title

Modern Physics

Description

(Intended primarily for high school science and mathematics teachers, but open to other qualified graduate students.) Study of various aspects of the physics of the twentieth (and twenty-first) century. Emphasis will be on the theory of relativity and on quantum physics, including applications to technology. Relevant laboratory exercises will be performed.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Graduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

4

Maximum Units

4

Academic Progress Units

4

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Laboratory

Hours

2

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Course Schedule