Natural Science 0205 - Physics II: Fundamentals of Electricity and Magnetism

Fundamental forces of electricity and magnetism govern the interactions of atoms and molecules, and consequently most of macroscopic processes, from biological to astrophysical. Physics II is an introductory course on electromagnetic theory and covers topics such as electromagnetic induction, electric circuits, and physical and geometric optics. The course will approach these topics in the active-learning style, with problem-solving sessions and mini-lectures. It is aimed at all students seeking the basic understanding of the electromagnetic theory, and particularly at those on a premed track or focusing on any of the physical sciences. Students are required to have taken Physics I and must concurrently register for the Physics II Lab section. This course can be taken at either the algebra level or calculus level, which will be noted in the student evaluations. Readings and written work will be assigned for each class.

Students should expect to spend 6-8 hours weekly on work and preparation outside of class time. Books: Title:Fundamentals of Physics, Volume 2, 12th Edition (E-book) Author:David Halliday, Robert Resnick, Jearl Walker ISBN: 978-1-119-80124-5 Cost:$39.00