• PHY 1000. Engineering Orientation. (Arr.-0-0) F, S. Informational presentations concerning Engineering, in general, and the various engineering specialties that students may elect to pursue. Required of all pre-engineering majors during each semester of attendance.
• PHY 1050C. Adventures in Physics. (3-2-4). An introduction to the universal laws of nature, their governance of phenomena in everyday life, and their application to inventions in our technological society.
• PHY 1051G. Physics of the Modern World. (3-0-3) An introduction to some of the revolutionary ideas of modern physics, such as quantum theory, atomic and nuclear physics, and Einstein's theory of Relativity. Cosmology, technology, plectics (the study of simplicity and complexity). Other topics may also be discussed at the discretion of the instructor. P1 901
• PHY 1052G. Adventures in Physics. (3-0-3) F. An introduction to the universal laws of nature, their governance of phenomena in everyday life, and their application to inventions in our technological society. Co-requisite: Physics 1053G must be taken concurrently. P1 901
• PHY 1053G. Adventures in Physics Laboratory. (0-2-1) Experimental work demonstrating physical principles and their applications. Co-requisite: Must be taken concurrently with Physics 1052G. P1 901L
• PHY 1055G. Principles of Astronomy. (3-0-3) An introduction to the solar system, planets, stars, galaxies, evolution of stars, neutron stars, black holes, cosmology, and the structure of the early universe. Co-requisite: Physics 1056G must be taken concurrently. P1 906
• PHY 1056G. Principles of Astronomy Laboratory. (0-2-1) Experimental work demonstrating astronomical principles and techniques and their applications. Co-requisite: Physics 1055G must be taken concurrently. P1 906L
• PHY 1071. Physics of Sound and Music. (3-0-3) Development of basic ideas in physics of motion and applications to vibrations and sound waves. Introductory concepts in perception of loudness, pitch, and timbre. Fundamental ideas in musical scales, acoustics of rooms and acoustics of musical instruments. Does not count toward a physics major or minor. Co-requisite: Physics 1072 must be taken concurrently. P1 901
• PHY 1072. Physics of Sound and Music Laboratory. (0-2-1) Experimental work demonstrating physical and acoustical principles and their applications. Co-requisite: Must be taken concurrently with Physics 1071. P1 901L
• PHY 1095G. Principles of Astronomy, Honors. (3-0-3) S. An introduction to the solar system, planets, stars, galaxies, evolution of stars, neutron stars, black holes, cosmology, and the structure of the early universe. Physics 1096G must be taken concurrently. Prerequisites:
  Admission to the University Honors College.
• PHY 1096G. Principles of Astronomy Laboratory, Honors. (0-2-1) S. Experimental work demonstrating astronomical principles and techniques and their applications. Physics 1095G must be taken concurrently. Prerequisites: Admission to the University Honors College.
• PHY 1151G. Principles of Physics I. (3-0-3) Mechanics; Newton's Laws of Motion, Energy, Momentum, Conservation Principles, Gravity, Simple Harmonic Motion, Waves, Heat. This course is designed for majors in geology, life sciences, health professions, industrial technology, etc.Prerequisites: MAT 1400 and MAT 1330; or 1340; or a satisfactory ACT mathematics score. Co-requisite: Physics 1152G must be taken concurrently. Credit not given for both PHY 1151G and PHY 1351G. P1 900
• PHY 1152G. Principles of Physics I Laboratory. (0-2-1) Experimental work demonstrating physics principles and their applications. Prerequisites: MAT 1400 and MAT 1330; or a satisfactory ACT mathematics score. Co-requisite: Must be taken concurrently with Physics 1151G. Credit not given for both PHY 1152G and PHY 1352G. P1 900L
• PHY 1161G. Principles of Physics II. (3-0-3) Electricity and Magnetism, Optics, Modern Physics. Designed for majors in geology, life sciences, health professions, industrial technology, etc. Prerequisites:
  PHY 1151G and MAT 1400. Co-requisite: Physics 1162 must be taken concurrently. Credit not given for both 1161 and 1361.
• PHY 1162G. Principles of Physics II Laboratory. (0-2-1) Experimental work demonstrating physics principles and their applications. Prerequisites: PHY 1152G and MAT 1400. Co-requisite: Must be taken concurrently with Physics 1161. Credit not given for both 1162 and 1362.
• PHY 1351G. General Physics I. (3-0-3) F, S. Classical mechanics including a detailed study of statics, kinematics, dynamics, simple harmonic motion; with straight-line, projectile, and rotational motion; also conservation principles, work, energy, momentum. The first of a three-semester sequence designed for students in chemistry, pre-engineering, mathematics, physics, etc. Credit not given for both 1351G and 1151G. Prerequisites: Co-requisites: Physics 1352G must be taken concurrently as well as MAT 1441G. BIO 903
• PHY 1352G. General Physics I Laboratory. (0-3-1) F, S. Experimental work demonstrating physics principles and their applications. Prerequisites: Co-requisites: Must be taken concurrently with Physics 1351G as well as MAT 1441G. Credit not given for both PHY 1352G and 1152G.
• PHY 1361. General Physics II. (3-0-3) F, S. Thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism. The second of a three-semester sequence designed for students in chemistry, pre-engineering, mathematics, physics, etc. Prerequisites: PHY 1351G. Co-requisites: Physics 1362 must be taken concurrently as well as MAT 2442. Credit not given for both PHY 1361 and 1161. EGR 912; BIO 904
• PHY 1362. General Physics II Laboratory. (0-3-1) F, S. Experimental work demonstrating physics principles and their applications. Prerequisites: PHY 1352G. Co-requisites: Must be taken concurrently with Physics 1361 as well as MAT 2442. Credit not given for both PHY 1362 and 1162.
• PHY 1371. General Physics III. (3-0-3) F, S. Wave motion and sound, optics, modern physics. The third of a three-semester sequence designed for students in chemistry, pre-engineering, mathematics, physics, etc. Prerequisites: PHY 1361, 1362 Co-requisites: Physics 1372 must be taken concurrently as well as MAT 2443. EGR 914; BIO 904
• PHY 1371. General Physics III Laboratory. (0-31) F, S. Experimental work demonstrating physics principles and their applications. Prerequisites: PHY 1362. Co-requisites: Must be taken concurrently with Physics 1371 as well as MAT 2443.
• PHY 1391G. General Physics I, Honors. (3-0-3) F. A quantitative study of kinematics, statics, dynamics and simple harmonic motion. Equations of motion are based upon an application of Newton's Laws, conservation principles, the work-energy theorem and Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation. Prerequisites: Admission to the University Honors College. Corequisites: Physics 1392G must be taken concurrently as well as MAT 1441G. Credit not given for both 1391G and 1351G or 1151G.
• PHY 1392G. General Physics I Laboratory, Honors. (0-3-1) F. Experimental work demonstrating physics principles and their applications.Prerequisites: Admission to the University Honors College. Co-requisites: Must be taken concurrently with Physics 1391G as well as MAT 1441G. Credit not given for 1392G and 1352G or 1152G.
• PHY 2390. Statics. (3-0-3) F. Force and moment resultants of force systems; equilibrium analysis using free-body diagrams; force analysis of trusses, frames, cables, etc.; shear-force and bending-moment distributions; Coulomb friction; centroids, center of mass, moments and products of inertia; virtual work; hydrostatic pressure. Prerequisites: PHY 1351, PHY 1352 or permission of the instructor. Corequisite: MAT 2443. EGR 942
• PHY 2400. Dynamics. (3-0-3) S. Kinematics and dynamics of the three-dimensional motion of particles; kinematics and dynamics of the plane motion of rigid bodies; methods of work-energy and impulse-momentum; moving reference frames, vibrations, central force motion. Prerequisites: PHY 2390 and MAT 2443. EGR 943
• PHY 2600. Introductory Research in Physics. (Arr.-Arr.-1-3). Faculty-supervised experimental, theoretical, or computational research. A written record of laboratory work is required. A short oral presentation will be made that summarizes the student's work for the semester. Can be repeated for credit.Prerequisites: PHY 1351G, 1352G, permission of instructor, and permission of department chair.
• PHY 3001. Laser Safety. (3-0-3) F-even-numbered years. An introduction to laser safety in a professional setting. This course develops the fundamentals of laser operation. There is further study into safety issues involved in using lasers including hazards and protection. A working knowledge of the standards of laser safety and how to create a safer workplace is developed in this course. Students learn the practical matters as well as the legal issues facing a laser safety officer. Prerequisites: PHY 1161 or PHY 1371 and MAT 1441G or MAT 2110G.
• PHY 3002. Introduction to Health Physics. (3-0-3) S. (3-0-3) S. Nuclear physics and radioactivity, radiological measurements, interactions of radiation with matter, radiation exposure and biological damage, safe radiological procedures and practices.Prerequisites: PHY 1372 (or PHY 1162 with permission of Chair); and MAT 1441G (or MAT 2110G).
• PHY 3010, Special Topics in Physics. (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) F, S. A course in a selected area of Physics. May be repeated for credit if different topic is taught. Prerequisites: PHY 1351G, 1352G, 2390, and MAT 2443. Only six semester hours may be counted toward Physics major.
• PHY 3011, Special Topics in Physics. (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) F, S. A course in a selected area of Physics. May be repeated for credit if different topic is taught. Prerequisites: PHY 1351G, 1352G, 2390, and MAT 2443. Only six semester hours may be counted toward Physics major.
• PHY 3012. Special Topics in Physics. (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) F, S. A course in a selected area of Physics. May be repeated for credit if different topic is taught. Only six semester hours may be counted toward Physics major. Prerequisites: PHY 1351G, 1352G, 2390, and MAT 2443.
• PHY 3050G. Excursions in Physics. (3-0-3) Selected topics in Physics will be explored to illustrate a variety of physical situations and to acquaint the student with some of the underlying fundamental ideas and processes and methods of Physics.
• PHY 3080. Modern Physics I. (3-0-3) S. The fundamental concepts of physics of the twentieth century are taught within a limited mathematical framework. Prerequisites: PHY 1371, 1372 and MAT 2443; Co-requisite: PHY 2390.
• PHY 3090. Modern Physics II. (3-0-3) F-odd-numbered years. Continuation of PHY 3080 applied to the subjects of atomic, molecular, solid state physics, lasers and selected topics from twentieth century physics. Prerequisites: PHY 3080 and MAT 2443.
• PHY 3100 - Astronomical Techniques. (2-2-3) S-odd-numbered years. An introductory course in observational astronomy, with a two part emphasis. The first part covers the use and theory of modern telescopes, CCD cameras, filters, and spectrometers, while the second part covers the handling, calibration and reduction of data using astronomical image analysis software and other computer programs. Topics on the gathering of data outside the visible parts of the spectrum will also be addressed.Prerequisites:
  PHY 1055G, 1371, and 1372.
• PHY 3150. Electronics. (2-4-4) F. A study of the fundamental principles of, and hands-on experience with, analog electronics. Topics include: DC, AC and transient circuit analysis techniques, rectification, active and passive filtering, regulation, oscillator circuits, and computer simulations using PSpice. Prerequisites: PHY 1161, 1162 or 1361, 1362; MAT 2110G or 1441G.
• PHY 3270. Introduction to Circuit Analysis. (4-0-4) S. (4-0-4) S. Basic principles of network analysis, including Kirchoff's laws, node and mesh equations, matrix methods, equivalent circuits, operational amplifiers, transient analysis, sinusoidal steady-state analysis, three-phase circuits, transformers, network functions, and frequency response. Prerequisites: PHY 1361, 1362, credit or registration in MAT 3501 and some knowledge of matrices and computer programming. EGR 931
  
• PHY 3300. Advanced Classical Mechanics. (3-0-3) S-odd-numbered years. The theory of rigid body motion. Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics, coupled oscillating systems, normal modes and relativistic kinematics and dynamics. Prerequisites: PHY 2400.
• PHY 3320. Computational Methods in Physics and Engineering. (3-3-4) S-odd-numbered years. An introduction to various numerical methods for solution of nonlinear equations, numerical differentiation, solution of ordinary differential equations for both initial-value and boundary-value problems. This course focuses on practical applications of these methods in simple physics and engineering systems and hands-on experience with computer modeling and simulation.Prerequisites: PHY 1371, MAT 2170, concurrent or prior enrollment in MAT 2550.
• PHY 3350. Introduction to Solid State Physics. (3-0-3) S-odd-numbered years. Discussion of crystal structure, crystallography, the theory of thermal and electrical transport properties of metals, semiconductors, and superconductivity. Corequisite: Physics 3410 or Chemistry 3920.
• PHY 3410. Electricity and Magnetism I. (3-0-3) F- even numbered years. Coulomb's law, electric fields, potential, Gauss' law, capacitance, dielectrics, electrostatic energy, DC circuits, introduction to magnetic fields and forces, induction. Prerequisite: Physics 2390 and Corequisite: Mathematics 3501.
• PHY 3420. Electricity and Magnetism II. (3-0-3) S-odd numbered years .Advanced magnetism, magnetic materials, magnetic energy, varying electric currents, AC circuits, Maxwell's equations, electromagnetic radiation. Prerequisite: Physics 3410.
• PHY 3500. Laboratory Practicum (0-3-1) F,S Practical experience in laboratory procedures for introductory Physics laboratories. Students will gain experience in the methods of preparation and presentation of Physics Laboratories. This course is open only to Physics majors and minors in the Teacher Certification program.
• PHY 4000. Seminar in Physics. (1-0-1) F, S. Reports and discussions of selected topics with instructor approval for oral presentation. Required of junior majors. May be taken twice for credit.
• PHY 4010. Seminar in Physics. (1-0-1) F, S. Reports and discussions of selected topics with instructor approval for oral presentation. Required of senior majors. May be taken twice for credit.
• PHY 4100. Astrophysics. (3-0-3) S-even-numbered years. An introductory course in astrophysics, with an emphasis on applying the tools of mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and quantum theory to understand the processes inherent in galaxies, cosmology and the structure and evolution of stars. Prerequisites: PHY 3080.
• PHY 4320. Computational Physics. (3-3-4) S-odd-numbered years. This is a project-oriented course in computational physics, with an emphasis on the understanding of the computational approach to complex physics problems through detailed case studies. Topics include realistic projectile motion, oscillatory motion and chaos, the solar system, potentials and fields, waves, random systems, molecular dynamics, and quantum mechanics.Prerequisites: PHY 2390, PHY 3080, PHY 3410, and PHY 3320.
• PHY 4410. Independent Study. (Arr.-Arr.-1 to 3) On demand. Selected problems based on student's interests. Admission and assignment of problems by arrangement. Laboratory, reading and conference. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
• PHY 4444. Honors Independent Study. (3-0-3) Consideration of special topics in Physics. Special emphasis on an area of interest to the student approved by faculty supervisor and Departmental Honors Coordinator. Prerequisites: Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator.
• PHY 4470. Optics. (3-3-4) F-odd-numbered years. Geometrical optics, optical instruments, wave optics: superposition, coherence, interference, diffraction, polarization. Prerequisites: PHY 1371 and 1372.
• PHY 4555. Honors Research. (3-0-3) In consultation with a faculty member, the student designs, executes, and writes the results of an original piece of research. Prerequisites: Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator.
• PHY 4600. Research in Physics. (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Faculty-supervised research. A written report and an oral presentation are required. Can be repeated for credit. Limit of three semester hours of PHY 4410, 4600 and 4800 in aggregate count toward Physics electives. Prerequisites: PHY 2390, permission of instructor and department chair.
• PHY 4644. Honors Thesis. (3-0-3) Intensive research in preparation of a thesis on a topic in Physics approved by faculty supervisor and the Departmental Honors Coordinator. May not be repeated. Prerequisites: Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator.
• PHY 4666. Honors Seminar. (3-0-3) Areas of investigation which require integration of Physics and research will be treated.Prerequisites: Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator.
• PHY 4710. Experimental Physics I. (0-4-1) F. Experiments from different areas of physics using various techniques and instrumentation to acquire and analyze physical data. May be repeated for a maximum of three semester hours of credit. Co-requisite: PHY 3150. WI.

• PHY 4750. Thermodynamics and Statistical PHY Mechanics. (4-0-4) F-even-numbered years. Thermometry, thermodynamic laws, kinetic theory, Maxwell-Boltzmann, Bose-Einstein, and Fermi-Dirac statistics and applications. Prerequisites: PHY 1361, 1362, and MAT 2442.
• PHY 4800. Independent Study. (Arr.-Arr.-1 to 6) On demand. Selected problems based on the student's interests. Admission and assignment of problems by arrangement. Laboratory, reading, and conference. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
• PHY 4850. Quantum Mechanics and Atomic Physics I. (4-0-4) F-odd numbered years. Schrodinger equation applied to one-, two-, and three-dimensional problems, harmonic oscillator and hydrogen atom, uncertainty principle. Prerequisites: PHY 2400 and 3080; MAT 2443 and 3501.
• PHY 4860. Quantum Mechanics and Atomic Physics II. (2-0-2) S- even numbered years. Applications of the Schrodinger equation to nuclear, solid state, exclusion principle, angular momentum, atomic spectroscopy. Prerequisites: PHY 4850.
• PHY 4870. Mathematical Methods of Physics. (3-0-3) F-odd-numbered years. Selected topics from dynamics (Lagrangian, Hamiltonian), electromagnetic theory (Maxwell's equations), etc. Prerequisites: Physics 2400, Mathematics 2443 and 3501.

Graduate Courses

PHYSICAL SCIENCES

• PHS 3400. Methods of Teaching Physical Sciences. (3-0-3) F. Science lesson presentations and examination of current literature concerning new approaches in teaching chemistry and physics. Thirty clock hours in pre-student teaching are included. Prerequisites: EDP 3325 and SED 3330; for ISEP students, SED 3000 and 3100; for Middle Level Education majors, MLE 3110.
  

GRADUATE COURSES

• PHY 5090 - Special Topics in Physics for Natural Science Teachers.
  (Arr.-Arr.- 1 to 3) Intensive investigation of relevant topics of student/faculty interest. Prerequisites: Enrollment in the MS in Natural Sciences program and consent of the instructor.
• PHY 5120 - Classical Mechanics for Natural Science Teachers. (2-1-3) An in-depth study of the fundamental concepts of classical mechanics. Applications from Newton's laws of motion, conservation of energy and momentum, rotational motion, angular momentum, moment of inertia and torque, universal law of gravitation, etc. Prerequisites: General college physics and high school science teaching experience or permission of the department chair. Credit may be counted only toward the M.S. in Natural Sciences degree.
• PHY 5130 - Electrodynamics and Thermodynamics for Natural Science Teachers. (2-1-3) Topics of special interest for natural science teachers selected from electricity, magnetism and thermodynamics including: sources of electric and magnetic fields, charge and current sources, electromagnetic waves, Maxwell's equations, heat transfer, entropy, conservation of energy and the Laws of Thermodynamics. Prerequisites: General college physics and high school science teaching experience or permission of the department chair. Credit may be counted only toward the M.S. in Natural Sciences degree.
• PHY 5140 - Electronics for Natural Science Teachers. (1-2-3) Topics include circuit analysis and design, circuits involving diodes, transistors, integrated circuits, operational amplifiers, tubes. Laboratory experience will be heavily emphasized throughout this course.Prerequisites: General college physics and high school science teaching experience or permission of the department chair. Credit may be counted only toward the M.S. in Natural Sciences degree.
• PHY 5150 - Astronomy for Natural Science Teachers. (2-1-3) Topics from modern astronomy selected from three central areas: planetary astronomy, stellar astronomy and cosmology. Topics include general features of planetary systems, stellar evolution and collapse, black hole formation, galaxy classification, quasars, curved spacetime, big bang cosmology, inflation, etc. Prerequisites: General college physics and high school science teaching experience or permission of the department chair. Credit may be counted only toward the M.S. in Natural Sciences degree.
• PHY 5160 - Modern Physics for Natural Science Teachers. (2-1-3) An introduction to the principles of modern physics using the principles of relativity and quantum mechanics. Topics include special relativity, black body radiation, atomic, nuclear and quark physics, strong, weak, electromagnetic and electro-weak forces, grand unified theories, general relativity. Prerequisites: General college physics and high school science teaching experience or permission of the department chair. Credit may be counted only toward the M.S. in Natural Sciences degree.
• PHY 5170 - Optics for Natural Science Teachers. (2-1-3) Principles of optics are developed through the general theories of geometrical, wave and quantum optics. Applications include thin and thick lenses, interferences, diffraction, emission and absorption, spectroscopy, lasers, holography.Prerequisites: General college physics and high school science teaching experience or permission of the department chair. Credit may be counted only toward the M.S. in Natural Sciences degree.