PHYS 121Introduction Physics II

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This course is the second semester of a two-semester sequence of algebra/trigonometry-based introductory physics for biomedical majors. This course is designed to provide a good foundation in electromagnetism; wave and geometrical optics; and modern physics. Topics in electromagnetism include electrostatics, including electric field and potential; electric current and basic circuits; magnetism; magnetic fields; Lorentz force; electromagnetic induction; and electromagnetic waves. Topics in optics include wave optics, interference, diffraction, polarization, and ray optics, including optical instruments. Modern physics covers special relativity; basic ideas of quantum physics and their application to the photon theory of light; and atomic and nuclear physics. A scientific calculator is required for this course.