Modern Physics I

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This course explores how the experiments of the late 19th and early 20th century revolutionized our understanding of nature, and presents the basic principles of the two theories that emerged as a result- special relativity and quantum physics. The application of quantum theory toward an understanding of hydrogen-like atoms is presented. Emphasis is placed on the conceptual understanding of the course material and on the quantitative analysis of the physical systems explored in the course. The pre-requisite of MATH 181 or MATH 220 may also be taken as a co-requisite. Prerequisites: Undergraduate level PHYS172 Minimum grade of C- and ( MATH181 or MATH220) Course Attributes: Scientific Persp/Explore Lect College of Arts & Sciences Physics & Engineering