PHYS& 223: Engineering Physics III

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Class Program

Physics

Credits

Weekly Contact Hours

Course ID

091907

Meets Degree Requirements For

Natural Science with Lab

Description

The study of electrical and magnetic phenomena, starting with electric potential and continuing on into optics and quantum mechanics. Topics include electrostatics, magnetostatics, DC and AC circuit theory, and geometric ray optics. Laboratory included.

Grading Basis

Graded

Prerequisites

One year of High School physics, PHYS& 222, MATH& 153 or concurrent enrollment

Course Learning Outcomes

Explain orally and in writing natural phenomenon, spatial concepts, and abstract ideas in terms of the laws and theories of physics.

Solve analytical problems associated with the basic laws and theories of physics.

Write lab reports that show a fundamental understanding of the physical world as it applies to physics as well as the ability to write in an appropriate scientific format.

Relate science knowledge to the planning of their social and career goals.

Apply the scientific method and problem-solving skills to physics phenomenon in a hands-on laboratory using proper techniques to develop complete experimental records, interpret experimental results and draw conclusions based on those results

Core Topics

Electric potential; capacitance.
Ohm’s Law; direct current circuits and instruments.
Magnetic fields; magnetic fields created by current carrying conductors.
Induced electric and magnetic fields; magnetic properties of matter.
AC circuits; electromagnetic waves.
Properties of light; the lens equation.
Optical instruments; interference and diffraction; polarization.
Photo-electric effect; atomic spectra.
Probability and uncertainty; wave nature of particles.
Special relativity.