Undergraduate Catalog 2011-2012
UDM Academic PoliciesCourse DescriptionsList of All ProgramsFaculty


PHY 1080 History of the Universe
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours


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 and social nature of scientific theory and practice. 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.
300

PHY 1100 Introduction to Physics
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours


The course is an inquiry-based introduction to important concepts in physics. The laboratory curriculum is focused on wave motion; including sound, light and radio waves. Students are introduced to wireless communication technology including analog and digital signal processing.
200

PHY 1200 Physics for Architects
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
MTH 1210 (Minimum Grade of D, May not be taken concurrently)


A general physics course designed to provide the architectural student with a basic understanding of physical principles involved in design.
300

PHY 1300 General Physics I
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours


Study of mechanics, fluids, and vibrations. Emphasis will be placed on applications in the biological and medical sciences. Recommended for students preparing for medical, dental and health careers.
300

PHY 1310 General Physics Laboratory I
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
Corequisites: PHY 1300


Laboratory to accompany PHY 1300.
100

PHY 1320 General Physics II
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
PHY 1300 (Minimum Grade of D, May not be taken concurrently)


Continuation of PHY 1300 covering electricity and magnetism, optics. Emphasis will be placed on applications in the biological and medical sciences. Recommended for students preparing for medical, dental and health careers.
300

PHY 1330 General Physics Laboratory II
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
Corequisites: PHY 1320


Laboratory to accompany PHY 1320.
100

PHY 1600 General Physics I
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
MTH 1420 (Minimum Grade of D, May be taken concurrently)
Corequisites: MTH 1420


A rigorous course in mechanics, heat and thermodynamics, vibrations. This course is required for engineers and some science majors.
300

PHY 1610 General Physics Laboratory I
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
Corequisites: PHY 1600


Laboratory to accompany PHY 1600.
100

PHY 1620 General Physics II
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
PHY 1600 (Minimum Grade of D, May not be taken concurrently)


A rigorous course in electricity and magnetism and optics. This course is required for engineers and some science majors.
300

PHY 1630 General Physics Laboratory II
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
Corequisites: PHY 1620


Laboratory to accompany PHY 1620.
100

PHY 3660 Modern Physics for Engineers
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
PHY 1620 (Minimum Grade of D, May not be taken concurrently)


Introduction to relativity and quantum mechanics. Quantum mechanical description of charge carriers in crystals, including energy bands and conduction mechanisms. Introduction to the theory of p-n and metal-semiconductor junctions and related devices including diodes, transistors and lasers
400

PHY 3670 Modern Physics
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
PHY 1620 (Minimum Grade of D, May not be taken concurrently)


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.
200

PHY 3680 Solid State Device Physics
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
PHY 3670 (Minimum Grade of D, May not be taken concurrently)


Introduction to the physical properties of condensed matter. 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.
200

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