Undergraduate Catalog 2007-2008
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PHY 108 History of the Universe
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

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Provides students with an understanding of the role the scientific process has in explaining the history of the universe. The role of experimental observation in the development of scientific theories will be discussed, as well as the philosophical nature of scientific theory. Students learn how physical principles are used to develop a coherent picture of natural sciences. The course discusses astronomical observations, the life cycles of planets and stars, and cosmology. Emphasis is also placed on earth science topics, including the structure and formation of geological features of the Earth and other planets in the solar system.
30000

PHY 110 Introduction to Physics
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

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A special course for high school students providing an introduction to the basic principles of physics. Includes laboratory work.
21002

PHY 130 General Physics I
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
MTH 101
Prerequisite: Algebra


Study of mechanics, fluids, heat, vibrations and waves. Emphasis will be placed on applications in the biological and medical sciences. Recommended for students preparing for medical, dental and health careers.
30000

PHY 131 General Physics Lab I
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
PHY 130 (co-requisite)
Co-requisite: PHY 130.


Laboratory to accompany PHY 130.
10003

PHY 132 General Physics II
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
PHY 130
Prerequisite: PHY 130.


Continuation of PHY 130 covering electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics. Emphasis will be placed on applications in the biological and medical sciences. Recommended for students preparing for medical, dental and health careers.
00000

PHY 133 General Physics Lab II
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
PHY 132 (co-requisite)
Co-requisite: PHY 132.


Laboratory to accompany PHY 132.
10003

PHY 160 General Physics I
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
MTH 142 (co-requisite)
Co-requisite: MTH 142.


A rigorous course in mechanics, fluid mechanics, heat and thermodynamics, vibrations and wave motion. This course is required for engineers and some science majors.
34000

PHY 161 General Physics Lab I
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
PHY 160 (co-requisite)
Co-requisite: PHY 160.


Laboratory to accompany PHY 160.
10003

PHY 162 General Physics II
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
PHY 160
Prerequisite: PHY 160.


A rigorous course in electricity and magnetism and optics. This course is required for engineers and some science majors.
34000

PHY 163 General Physics Lab II
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
PHY 162 (co-requisite)
Co-requisite: PHY 162.


Laboratory to accompany PHY 162
10003

PHY 367 Modern Physics
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
PHY 162



Introduction to the theories of relativity and quantum mechanics. The particle-like properties of electromagnetic radiation and the wave-like properties of matter are discussed. An introduction to the Schröedinger equation.
20000

PHY 368 Solid State Device Physics
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
PHY 367



Introduction to the physical properties of crystalline solids. Energy bands and charge transport mechanisms. Introduction to the theory of p-n and metal-semiconductor junctions and related devices including diodes, transistors, and lasers.
20000

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