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General Physics I
MWF 10:30 - 11:20; NSC325; Sci217 (4 cr), Introductory, Jim Mahoney.
Part I of a full-year introductory algebra-based physics course. First
term topics emphasize Newtonian mechanics with a smattering of
thermodynamics or relativity. Prerequisite: None
Physics Lab I
Fri 1:30 - 2:50; NSC269; Sci217 (1 cr), Introductory, Jim Mahoney.
A look at lab techniques, data analysis and bit of statistics,
particularly using computers, including some simulations
and data acquisition.
Whirlwind Tour of Physics
Mon/Thur 1:30 - 2:50; NSC14; Sci217 (3 cr); Introductory, Jim Mahoney.
The concepts behind the great theories of physics, including
mechanics, electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics, relativity,
quantum mechanics, and modern field theories. The approach will stress
the people, history, and ideas behind the physics, not problem solving
and formulas. This is a one-semester course open to anyone who wants
to know who Einstein was or what superconductivity is. Coursework will
include open-ended labs and papers. Prerequisite: None
Freshman Seminar: Quarks, Bytes, Primes, and all that
Fri 4 - 5:20; Sci 217 (1 cr); Jim Mahoney.
Combination of advising, math/phsics/computers presentations on interesting
tidbits and basic skills, and one-on-one exploration of a topic of your
choice. The group will meet bi-weekly, with individual meetings on
alternate weeks. I expect this to continue into second semester, and
culminate in student presentations. (New this year.)
Waves
MWF 9:30-20:20; NSC326, Sci217 (3 cr), Intermediate, Jim Mahoney.
An examination of mechanical, electrical, acoustic, and even quantum
wave phenomena, including coupled oscillators, combining waves, and
Fourier techniques. Designed for sophomores in physics. Prerequisite:
Calculus and a year of general physics.
other...
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