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• PHYS 271: Intro Physics Laboratory I

  1.00 Credits

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  Experiments cover topics such as measurement, statics, linear and rotational dynamics, Newton's laws, simple harmonic motion, collisions, centripetal forces, and mechanical equilibrium. Emphasis is on fundamental concepts in physics and data analysis.
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• PHYS 272: Intro to Physics Labratory II

  1.00 Credits

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  Experiments cover topics such as thermodynamics, basic circuits, electricity and magnetism, and geometric optics. Emphasis is on fundamental concepts in physics and data analysis.
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• PHYS 273: Modern Physics Lab

  1.00 Credits

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  This lab concentrates on the role of the apparatus and technology in the experimental laboratory. Experiments include student versions of several fundamental experiments of modern physics. Students are also introduced to research which is conducted within the department.
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• PHYS 274: Lab for Osc, Waves, and Light

  1.00 Credits

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  This is the lab associated with the third term of the Calculus based physics sequence. Students conduct experiments investigating oscillations, waves, sound and light.
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• PHYS 307: Electronic Instrumentatn

  3.00 Credits

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  Brief review of DC and AC circuits. Introductions to theory and applications of solid-state diodes, transistors and other semiconductors, amplifiers, waveform generators, operational amplifiers, transducers, and digital electronics
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• PHYS 308: Optics

  3.00 Credits

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  Principles of geometrical and physical optics presented with attention to engineering applications. Topics covered include geometrical imaging, ray analysis, fiber optics, interferometry, thin film optical filters, polarization, Fourier optics, diffraction, and coherence theory. Matrix methods are applied to lens systems, thin films, and polarization
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• PHYS 309: Computational Physics

  3.00 Credits

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  Course combines principles of computer models with contemporary programming skills needed to solve a myriad of applied physics problems.
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• PHYS 310: Sensors, Actuators, Micros

  3.00 Credits

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  Students design, construct, and characterize measurement systems by interfacing and programming microcontrollers. The physics of various transducers is discussed. Additional topics include signal conditioning, control of actuators, and closed loop control. Course culminates in an open-ended design project.
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• PHYS 315: Analytical Mechanics I

  3.00 Credits

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  Statics and dynamics of rigid bodies, Lagrangian and Hamiltonian dynamics, collision kinematics, central-force motion, oscillating systems, introduction to relativity
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• PHYS 316: Analytical Mechanics II

  3.00 Credits

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  Statics and dynamics of rigid bodies, Lagrangian and Hamiltonian dynamics, collision kinematics, central-force motion, oscillating systems, introduction to relativity
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