PHYS-332 - Modern Physics 3

4 credits

A calculus-based, rigorous physics elective for engineering and science transfer majors. It is the optional continuation of a required two-semester sequence [PHYS-132, PHYS-232] for engineering transfer students. Topics include geometric and wave optics, quantum theory and special relativity. Fundamentals of nuclear and particle physics will be discussed. Includes a three-hour laboratory and a one-hour recitation each week. Honors component with permission of instructor.

Prerequisite(s): PHYS 132 with a grade of C- or better; and DWT 099 with a C- or better (or placement at ENG 101 ).

Corequisite(s): PHYS-332L, MATH 355, and PHYS-232 (can be taken simultaneously with permission of instructor)