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Vectors, kinetics, Newton’s laws, dynamics or particles, work and energy, friction, conserverative forces, linear momentum, center-of-mass and relative motion, collisions, angular momentum, static equilibrium, rigid body rotation, Newton’s law of gravity, simple harmonic motion, wave motion and sound.
Corequisites:
MA 115 Calculus I
(3-0-3)(Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
Functions of one variable, limits, continuity, derivatives, chain rule, maxima and minima, exponential functions and logarithms, inverse functions, antiderivatives, elementary differential equations, Riemann sums, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, vectors and determinants.
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Coulomb’s law, concepts of electric field and potential, Gauss’ law, capacitance, current and resistance, DC and R-C transient circuits, magnetic fields, Ampere’s law, Faraday’s law of induction, inductance, A/C circuits, electromagnetic oscillations, Maxwell’s equations and electromagnetic waves.
Prerequisites:
MA 115 Calculus I
(3-0-3)(Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
Functions of one variable, limits, continuity, derivatives, chain rule, maxima and minima, exponential functions and logarithms, inverse functions, antiderivatives, elementary differential equations, Riemann sums, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, vectors and determinants.
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Mechanics
(3-0-3)(Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
Vectors, kinetics, Newton’s laws, dynamics or particles, work and energy, friction, conserverative forces, linear momentum, center-of-mass and relative motion, collisions, angular momentum, static equilibrium, rigid body rotation, Newton&r
squo;s law of gravity, simple harmonic motion, wave motion and sound.
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This is the first course of a two-course, algebra-based conceptual general physics sequence for students in the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences. This course covers the basic principles and applications of mechanics and electricity and magnetism. The course consists of 3 lectures per week, with certain lectures designated as recitations and/or demonstrations at the discretion of the instructor. Fall semester. Typical text: Cutnell and Johnson or any other algebra-based general physics text complemented by supplemental handouts, as needed.
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This is the second course of a two-course, algebra-based conceptual general physics sequence for students in the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences. This course covers the basic principles and applications of oscillations and waves in mechanics, acoustics, electricity and magnetism, and optics and provides an introduction to modern physics. The course consists of three lectures per week, with certain lectures designated as recitations and/or demonstrations at the discretion of the instructor. Spring course. Typical text: Cutnell and Johnson or any other algebra-based general physics text complemented by supplemental handouts as needed.
Prerequisites:
PEP 121 General Physics I
(3-0-3)(Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
This is the first course of a two-course, algebra-based conceptual general physics sequence for students in the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences. This course covers the basic principles and applications of mechanics and electricity and magnetism. The course consists of 3 lectures per week, with certain lectures designated as recitations and/or demonstrations at the discretion of the instructor. Fall semester. Typical text: Cutnell and Johnson or any other algebra-based general physics text complemented by supplemental handouts, as needed.
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Selected topics in modern physics and applications. By invitation only.
Corequisites:
MA 115 Calculus I
(3-0-3)(Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
Functions of one variable, limits, continuity, derivatives, chain rule, maxima and minima, exponential functions and logarithms, inverse functions, antiderivatives, elementary differential equations, Riemann sums, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, vectors and determinants.
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Mechanics
(3-0-3)(Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
Vectors, kinetics, Newton’s laws, dynamics or particles, work and energy, friction, conserverative forces, linear momentum, center-of-mass and relative motion, collisions, angular momentum, static equilibrium, rigid body rotation, Newton’s law of gravity, simple harmonic motion, wave motion and sound.
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Simple harmonic motion, oscillations and waves; wave-particle dualism; the Schrödinger equation and its interpretation; wave functions; the Heisenberg uncertainty principle; quantum mechanical tunneling and application; quantum mechanics of a particle in a "box," the hydrogen atom; electronic spin; properties of
many electron atoms; atomic spectra; principles of lasers and applications; electrons in solids; conductors and semi-conductors; the n-p junction and the transistor; properties of atomic nuclei; radioactivity; fusion and fission.
Prerequisites:
MA 116 Calculus II
(3-0-3)(Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
Techniques of integration, infinite series and Taylor series, polar coordinates, double integrals, improper integrals, parametric curves, arc length, functions of several variables, partial derivatives, gradients and directional derivatives.
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Electricity and Magnetism
(3-0-3)(Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
Coulomb’s law, concepts of electric field and potential, Gauss’ law, capacitance, current and resistance, DC and R-C transient circuits, magnetic fields, Ampere’s law, Faraday’s law of induction, inductance, A/C circuits, electromagnetic oscillations, Maxwell’s equations and electromagnetic waves.
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Concepts of geometrical optics for reflecting and refracting surfaces, thin and thick lens formulations, optical instruments in modern practice, interference, polarization and diffraction effects, resolving power of lenses and instruments, X-ray diffraction, introduction to lasers and coherent optics, principles of holography, concepts of optical fibers, optical signal processing. Fall semester.
Prerequisites:
PEP 112 Electricity and Magnetism
(3-0-3)(Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
Coulomb’s law, concepts of electric field and potential, Gauss’ law, capacitance, current and resistance, DC and R-C transient circuits, magnetic fields, Ampere’s law, Faraday’s law of induction, inductance, A/C circuits, electromagnetic oscillations, Maxwell’s equations and electromagnetic waves.
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An introduction to experimental measurements and data analysis. Students will learn how to use a variety of measurement techniques, including computer-interfaced experimentation, virtual instrumentation, and computational analysis and presentation. First semester experiments include basic mechanical and electrical measurements, motion and friction, RC circuits, the physical pendulum, and electric field mapping. Second semester experiments include the second order electrical system, geometrical and physical optics and traveling and standing waves.
Corequisites:
PEP 112 Electricity and Magnetism
(3-0-3)(Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
Coulomb’s law, concepts of electric field and potential, Gauss’ law, capacitance, current and resistance, DC and R-C transient circuits, magnetic fields, Ampere’s law, Faraday’s law of induction, inductance, A/C circuits, electromagnetic oscillations, Maxwell’s equations and electromagnetic waves.
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Prerequisites:
PEP 111 Mechanics
(3-0-3)(Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
Vectors, kinetics, Newton’s laws, dynamics or particles, work and energy, friction, conserverative forces, linear momentum, center-of-mass and relative motion, collisions, angular momentum, static equilibrium, rigid body rotation, Newton’s law of gravity, simple harmonic motion, wave motion and sound.
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An introduction to experimental measurements and data analysis. Students will learn how to use a variety of measurement techniques, including computer-interfaced experimentation, virtual instrumentation, and computational analysis and presentation. First semester experiments include basic mechanical and electrical measurements, motion and friction, RC circuits, the physical pendulum, and electric field mapping. Second semester experiments include the second order electrical system, geometrical and physical optics and traveling and standing waves.
Prerequisites:
PEP 221 Physics Laboratory I-II for Scientists
(0-3-1)(Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
An introduction to experimental measurements and data analysis. Students will learn how to use a variety of measurement techniques, including computer-interfaced experimentation, virtual instrumentation, and computational analysis and presentation. First semester experiments include basic mechanical and electrical measurements, motion and fri
ction, RC circuits, the physical pendulum, and electric field mapping. Second semester experiments include the second order electrical system, geometrical and physical optics and traveling and standing waves.
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Simple harmonic motion, oscillations and pendulums; Fourier analysis; wave properties; wave-particle dualism; the Schrödinger equation and its interpretation; wave functions; the Heisenberg uncertainty principle; quantum mechanical tunneling and application; quantum mechanics of a particle in a "box," the hydrogen atom; electronic spin; properties of many electron atoms; atomic spectra; principles of lasers and applications; electrons in solids; conductors and semiconductors; the n-p junction and the transistor; properties of atomic nuclei; radioactivity; fusion and fission. Spring Semester.
Prerequisites:
PEP 112
(3-0-3)(Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
Coulomb’s law, concepts of electric field and potential, Gauss’ law, capacitance, current and resistance, DC and R-C transient circuits, magnetic fields, Ampere’s law, Faraday’s law of induction, inductance, A/C circuits, electromagnetic oscillations, Maxwell’s equations and electromagnetic waves.
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SKIL (Science Knowledge Integration Ladder) is a six-semester sequence of project-centered courses. This course introduces students to the concept of working on projects that foster independent learning, innovative problem solving, collaboration and teamwork, and knowledge of integration under the guidance of a faculty advisor. SKIL I familiarizes the student with the ideas and realization of project-based learning using simple concepts and basic scientific knowledge. Specific emphasis is put on the development of “Guesstimates” skills, application and recognition of scaling laws as well as fundamental measurement techniques.
Prerequisites:
PEP 112
(3-0-3)(Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
Coulomb’s law, concepts of electric field and potential, Gauss’ law, capacita
nce, current and resistance, DC and R-C transient circuits, magnetic fields, Ampere’s law, Faraday’s law of induction, inductance, A/C circuits, electromagnetic oscillations, Maxwell’s equations and electromagnetic waves.
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Continuation and extension of SKIL I to complex projects. In the lecture part, the concept of software simulations for experiment development and parameter evaluation as well as advanced data analysis will be discussed. In parallel the conceptualization, design and realization of a first self-chosen experiment in groups of four to six students constitute the main focus of the laboratory part.
Prerequisites:
PEP 297
(1-3-2)(Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
SKIL (Science Knowledge Integration Ladder) is a six-semester sequence of project-centered courses. This course introduces students to the concept of working on projects that foster independent learning, innovative problem solving, collaboration and teamwork, and knowledge of integration under the guidance of a faculty advisor. SKIL I familiarizes the student with the ideas and realization of project-based learning using simple concepts and basic scientific knowledge. Specific emphasis is put on the development of “Guesstimates” skills, application and recognition of scaling laws as well as fundamental measurement techniques.
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This course is designed to build upon the core mathematics sequence and thus enable the student to fully utilize quantitative mathematical analysis in the junior and senior level courses in physics. Topics covered will include complex numbers and functions, linear algebra, vector calculus, Fourier series and integrals, special functions for mathematical physics, orthogonal function solutions to differential equations, and elements of tensor analysis. Special attention will be paid to the use of computer software packages to visualize mathematical functions and to solve physically interesting problems, although this is not a course in numerical methods. Students will be expected to attend class with laptop computers installed with appropriate software. (Currently Excel and Matlab are included with the standard laptop configuration, but the course will adapt to whatever packages are available for the c
lass.) Fall Semester.
Prerequisites:
MA 227
(3-0-3)(Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
Review of matrix operations, Cramer’s rule, row reduction of matrices; inverse of a matrix, eigenvalues and eigenvectors; systems of linear algebraic equations; matrix methods for linear systems of differential equations, normal form, homogeneous constant coefficient systems, complex eigenvalues, nonhomogeneous systems, the matrix exponential; double and triple integrals; polar, cylindrical and spherical coordinates; surface and line integrals; integral theorems of Green, Gauss and Stokes. Engineering curriculum requirement.
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Theories of the universe, Big Bang cosmology, and the inflationary universe. Observational cosmology; galaxy formation and galactic structure; and stellar evolution and formation of the elements. White dwarfs, neutron stars and black holes, planetary systems, and the existence of life in the universe.
Prerequisites:
PEP 111
(3-0-3)(Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
Vectors, kinetics, Newton’s laws, dynamics or particles, work and energy, friction, conserverative forces, linear momentum, center-of-mass and relative motion, collisions, angular momentum, static equilibrium, rigid body rotation, Newton’s law of gravity, simple harmonic motion, wave motion and sound.
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Higher advanced measurement concepts including averaging, modulation, Lock-In detection, boxcar averaging, spectrum analyzer, RF and HF modulation as well as handling and understanding of the corresponding electronics measurement devices. Continuation and extension of individual or team SKIL II projects to more complex projects. Projects may include research participation in well-defined research projects.
Prerequisites:
PEP 298
(1-3-2)(Lec-L
ab-Credit Hours)
Continuation and extension of SKIL I to complex projects. In the lecture part, the concept of software simulations for experiment development and parameter evaluation as well as advanced data analysis will be discussed. In parallel the conceptualization, design and realization of a first self-chosen experiment in groups of four to six students constitute the main focus of the laboratory part.
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In the lecture part, the students are trained in classification of different sensors as well as their use. An overview of the most common sensors, their parameters as well as their functionality will be provided in group work and assembled into a complete survey. In parallel to this activity a continuation and extension of individual or team SKIL III projects will be undertaken.
Prerequisites:
PEP 397
(1-6-3)(Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
Higher advanced measurement concepts including averaging, modulation, Lock-In detection, boxcar averaging, spectrum analyzer, RF and HF modulation as well as handling and understanding of the corresponding electronics measurement devices. Continuation and extension of individual or team SKIL II projects to more complex projects. Projects may include research participation in well-defined research projects.
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You may participate in ongoing faculty research activities or select from a variety of experiments illustrating the phenomena of modern physics, such as the Rydberg constant and Balmer series, the Zeeman effect, charge of the electron, the Hall effect, absorption of photons by matter, statistics of counting processes, x-ray diffraction, nuclear magnetic resonance, the Langmuir probe, Rutherford scattering, and blackbody radiation.
Prerequisites:
MA 222
(3-0-3)(Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
Introduces the essentials of probability theory and elementary statistics. Lectures and assignments greatly stress the manifold applications of probability and statistics to computer science, p
roduction management, quality control, and reliability. A statistical computer package is used throughout the course for teaching and for assignments. Contents include: descriptive statistics, pictorial and tabular methods, and measures of location and of variability; sample space and events, probability axioms, and counting techniques; conditional probability and independence, and Bayes' formula; discrete random variables, distribution functions and moments, and binomial and Poisson distributions; continuous random variables, densities and moments, normal, gamma, and exponential and Weibull distributions unions; distribution of the sum and average of random samples; the Central Limit Theorem; confidence intervals for the mean and the variance; hypothesis testing and p-values, and applications for the mean; simple linear regression, and estimation of and inference about the parameters; and correlation and prediction in a regression model.
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(0-3-1)(Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
An introduction to experimental measurements and data analysis. Students will learn how to use a variety of measurement techniques, including computer-interfaced experimentation, virtual instrumentation, and computational analysis and presentation. First semester experiments include basic mechanical and electrical measurements, motion and friction, RC circuits, the physical pendulum, and electric field mapping. Second semester experiments include the second order electrical system, geometrical and physical optics and traveling and standing waves.
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| | (0-6-3) (Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
You may participate in ongoing faculty research activities or select from a variety of experiments illustrating the phenomena of modern physics, such as the Rydberg constant and Balmer series, the Zeeman effect, charge of the electron, the Hall effect, absorption of photons by matter, statistics of counting processes, x-ray diffraction, nuclear magnetic resonance, the Langmuir probe, Rutherford scattering, and blackbody radiation.
Prerequisites:
PEP 443
(0-6-3)(Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
You may participate in ongoing faculty research activities or select from a variety of experiments illustrating the phenomena of modern physics, such as the Rydberg constant and Balmer series, the Zeeman effect, charge of the electron, the Hall effect, absorption of photons by matter, statistics of counting processes, x-ray diffraction, nuclear magnetic resonance, the Langmuir probe, Rutherford scattering, and blackbody radiation.
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| | (1-6-3) (Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
Continuation of SKIL IV. SKIL V and SKIL VI can be combined into a yearlong senior design project or a research project leading to a thesis.
Prerequisites:
PEP 398
(1-6-3)(Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
In the lecture part, the students are trained in classification of different sensors as well as their use. An overview of the most common sensors, their parameters as well as their functionality will be provided in group work and assembled into a complete survey. In parallel to this activity a continuation and extension of individual or team SKIL III projects will be undertaken.
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| | (1-6-3) (Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
Continuation of SKIL V. SKIL V and SKIL VI can be combined into a yearlong senior design project or a research project leading to a thesis.
Prerequisites:
PEP 497
(1-6-3)(Lec-Lab-Credit Hours)
Continuation of SKIL IV. SKIL V and SKIL VI can be combined into a yearlong senior design project or a research project leading to a thesis.
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