This course in an introduction to the field of medical physics and covers the applications of physics in medicine. Topics covered include: electrical activity within the body, instrumentation, interactions of photons and charged particles with tissue, imaging techniques (e.g. CT and MRI), and cancer (causes, techniques of detection and treatment).

Introduction to the properties of solids. Emphasis on the key role played by quantum mechanics in determining the electrical and thermal properties of metals, insulators, semiconductors, and magnets. For senior and graduate students in physics and astronomy, the physical sciences, and engineering. Prerequisites: PHYSICS 423 and 424. (Planned for Spring)

Lecture, discussion, laboratory. Modern optics. Geometrical and classical physical optics. Matrix methods in optical design. Optical instruments. Interference and spatial coherence. Diffraction. Fourier transform spectroscopy. Prerequisites: PHYSICS 422, 424.

Honors thesis research. Students work on an independent research project under guidance of a faculty member. Full-year course with PHYSICS 499T

Honors thesis research and writing. Full year course with PHYSICS 499Y.

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Special projects in physics. Departmental sponsor required. Prerequisite: one or more 400-level physics courses.

Modern and classic experiments performed with up-to-date techniques. Course complements 400-level physics courses, and satisfies the Integrative Experience requirement for BA-Physic and BS-Physic majors. Prerequisites: introductory physics with labs (PHYSIC 181-182, 283, 284, 285, 286, or equivalent), or consent of instructor.