Basic physical laws governing mechanics, thermodynamics, and waves; examples and applications from the biological sciences, with lab. High school algebra and basic trigonometry required. The recommended introductory physics course for majors in the biological sciences and related areas. (Gen.Ed. PS)

Introduction to Quantum Mechanics, covering the major concepts and puzzles in both historical and logical contexts, including non-locality and indeterminacy. Designed for the non-scientist, although proficiency in high school algebra is assumed.

This course provides a thorough introduction to basic energy science; society's evolving portfolio of both carbon intensive and alternative energy sources; the greenhouse effect and global warming. Uses high school algebra. (Gen. Ed. PS)

Fundamentals of wave motion, vibration of strings, sound waves, resonance, harmonic analysis, sound intensity and the decibel, physics of the ear and theories of hearing, physics of speech, elementary properties of microphones and speakers. Prerequisite to SLHS 312. (Gen.Ed. PS)

Fundamentals of wave motion, vibration of strings, sound waves, resonance, harmonic analysis, sound intensity and the decibel, physics of the ear and theories of hearing, physics of speech, elementary properties of microphones and speakers. Prerequisite to SLHS 312. (Gen.Ed. PS)

The fundamental ideas of physics, a minimum of mathematics. Selected phenomena of everyday existence (motion, sound, electricity). Physics beyond the range of our senses: the realm of atoms and nuclei (quantum physics), the universe (cosmology), high speed phenomena (relativity). For nonscience majors. No laboratory. Prerequisite: Basic Math Skills (R1) proficiency, or equivalent. (Gen.Ed. PS)

This course addresses advanced topics in Classical Mechanics. The colloquium is based on the topics covered in PHYS 421, but with an emphasis on establishing interdisciplinary connections between Classical Mechanics, E&M, relativistic motion, and Hamiltonian & Lagrangian formulations.