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• PHYS 220: Computational Methods for Physics and Engineering

  3.00 Credits

  Francis Marion University

  
  An introduction to the computational tools and numerical methods used in physics and engineering. Students will use spreadsheets (e.g., Excel) and numerical packages (e.g., MATLAB) to obtain numerical solutions to a wide variety of physical problems, including nuclear decay, motion with air resistance, rocket launches, heat transfer, rotational motion, and astrophysics. The numerical methods will include introductory finite difference, least-squares, matrix, and Monte Carlo methods. Prerequisite:    PHYS 201
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• PHYS 301: Classical Mechanics

  3.00 Credits

  Francis Marion University

  
  Classical mechanics using vector calculus applied to non-relativistic Newtonian dynamics: dynamics of particles and rigid bodies, collisions, and vibrational and wave motion. Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formulations of mechanics to be included. Prerequisite:    PHYS 202 AND MATH 202
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• PHYS 302: Electricity and Magnetism

  3.00 Credits

  Francis Marion University

  
  Introduction to classical electromagnetic theory. The differential form of Maxwell's equations will be developed and applied to various problems in electrostatics, magnetostatics, electromagnetic fields, and waves. Particular emphasis will be placed on radiation fields with applications to optics. Electric and magnetic properties of materials will also be discussed briefly Prerequisite:    PHYS 202 AND PHYS 220 AND MATH 202
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• PHYS 312: Lasers and Optics

  4.00 Credits

  Francis Marion University

  
  Introduction to lasers and optics. Laser topics include laser emission, holography, fiber optics, laser spectroscopy, and laser applications. Optics topics include geometrical and physical optics with an emphasis on the wave properties of light, such as diffraction, interference, and polarization. Students will operate many types of lasers, including a diode laser, helium-neon laser, nitrogen laser, Nd:YAG laser, and dye laser. Prerequisite:    PHYS 202 OR PHYS 216
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• PHYS 314: Modern Physics

  4.00 Credits

  Francis Marion University

  
  Introduction to relativity and the quantum theory including their historical background, the experimental basis of these theories, and applications to atomic and molecular structure Prerequisite:    PHYS 202 AND MATH 202
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• PHYS 315: Special Topics in Modern Physics

  3.00 Credits

  Francis Marion University

  
  Topics to be covered will be chosen from a variety of fields of physics: elementary particle physics, solid state physics, statistical physics, astrophysics and general relativity, cosmology, molecular structure, Gauge field theories, and the four vector formulation of special relativity. Topics chosen will depend upon student interest, but it is intended that several topics will be introduced in any given course. Prerequisite:    PHYS 314
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• PHYS 316: Nuclear Physics

  4.00 Credits

  Francis Marion University

  
  Topics include: natural and artificial radioactivity, nuclear reactions, nuclear models and structure, particle accelerators and detectors, neutron physics and reactors, and an introduction to elementary particles. Prerequisite:    PHYS 314
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• PHYS 318: Environmental Radiation Physics

  3.00 Credits

  Francis Marion University

  
  Introduction to the sources and characterization of radiation, the properties of radioactive materials and the effects of radiation and radioactive materials on the environment. Prerequisite:    PHYS 202 OR PHYS 216
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• PHYS 320: Computational Statistical and Thermal Physics

  3.00 Credits

  Francis Marion University

  
  Analysis of the properties of manyparticle systems at finite temperature using both analytical and numerical methods. Topics include heat, work, temperature, pressure, entropy, the laws of thermodynamics, engines, refrigerators, phases of matter, and phase transitions. These macroscopic phenomena will be described from a microscopic perspective using basic probability concepts, Monte Carlo and Molecular Dynamics methods, statistical ensembles, classical and quantum distribution functions, the partition function, and free energy. Prerequisite:    PHYS 220 AND PHYS 301 AND PHYS 314 AND MATH 203 AND (CS 190 OR CS 226 or MATH 213)
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• PHYS 397: Research in Physics

  1.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Francis Marion University

  
  In conjunction with a physics faculty advisor, each student will complete one or more research projects in physics, health physics or astronomy. The projects are developed as a result of consultation between the student and the advisor. Students will be expected to complete a written report and give an oral presentation. A maximum of four credit hours may be earned towards graduation.
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