Electromagnetic waves, optics, waves in matter, and experiments in these topics for physical science and engineering majors. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Elective)
Prerequisites
Course Outcomes
- Describe, explain, and use the relationship between periodic motion and waves in one, two, and three dimensions to analyze and solve problems of energy transport.
- Describe, explain, and use concepts of geometric optics to understand principles of wave vs particle optics, and analyze and solve problems about wave-particle duality.
- Describe, explain, and use concepts relating to fluids to analyze and solve problems.
- Describe, explain, and use principles of thermodynamics to solve thermodynamics problems, including entropy and energy degradation.
- Design, carry out, and interpret experiments in the laboratory to answer electricity and magnetism questions during lab, as well on assessments.