93 courses with the subject PY, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
Introductory, descriptive survey of stars, galaxies and cosmology, designed primarily for non-science majors. Exotic recent discoveries such as quasars, pulsars, and black holes will be included. Complements PY 124, Solar System Astronomy. Companion laboratory course PY 125.
Introductory, descriptive survey of the solar system designed primarily for non-science majors, including current results from space probes, history of astronomy, and the motions of the moon, stars, and planets in the night sky. Complementary course covering stars, galaxies and cosmology (PY 123). Companion laboratory course (PY 125).
Introduction to astronomical observing. Twelve exercises include astronomical instruments; the nature of light; Kepler's and Newton's laws of motion; the constellations, planets, binary stars, stellar clusters, and galaxies. Use of small telescopes to observe celestial objects.
Fundamentals of physics from a conceptual rather than a mathematical viewpoint. Applications of physics to everyday phenomena and experiences. Numerous demonstrations and discovery-based laboratory. Mechanics, properties of matter, heat, sound, electricity and magnetism, light and relativity.
First course of three semester sequence for students majoring in physical and mathematical sciences. Calculus used throughout. Principles of classical Newtonian mechanics covered in detail. PY 211. Typically offered in Fall only Graduate Catalog 1411
Second course of three semester sequence designed primarily for students majoring in physical and mathematical sciences. Calculus used throughout. Principles of electricity and magnetism covered in detail. for both PY 202 and PY 208 or PY 212. Typically offered in Spring only
Third course of three semester sequence designed primarily for students majoring in physical and mathematical sciences. Calculus is used throughout. Principles of wave optics and modern physics are covered in detail. Typically offered in Fall only
First semester of a two-semester sequence in introductory, calculus- based physics with included laboratory experiences. This course introduces the fundamental principles of mechanics through a study of momentum, energy, and angular momentum. Other fundamental phenomena (such as oscillations and heat transfer) are also studied. Note: Some programs do not allow for more than one of PY 201, PY 205, or PY 211 to be counted for credit toward degree requirements.
hours) Laboratory course to accompany the PY 205 lecture course. A calculus- based study of mechanics, sound and heat. SHOPPING CART AND THEN ENROLL SIMULTANEOUSLY
Second semester of a two-semester sequence in introductory, calculus- based physics with included laboratory experiences. This course introduces the fundamental aspects of electricity and magnetism and their effects in materials. Note: Some programs do not allow for more than one of PY 202, PY 208, or PY 212 to be counted for credit toward degree requirements.
hours) Laboratory course to accompany the PY 208 lecture course. A calculus- based study of electricity, magnetism, optics and modern physics. or better, PY 206 with grade of C- or better. Co-requisite: PY 208. ADD BOTH PY 208 and PY 209 TO YOUR SHOPPING CART AND THEN
First semester of a two-semester introductory sequence in non-calculus physics, with laboratory. Mechanics, heat, wave motion and sound. Credit not allowed for more than one of PY 211, PY 201 or PY 205 better, or 480 on the SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2 or the NCSU Math Skills Test, or 2 or better on an AP Calc exam. Credit is not allowed for both PY 211 & PY 201 or PY 205
3 PY 251 PY 252 4 PY 299 3 PY 301 1 PY 328 3 PY 341 PY 401 3 PY 402 3 PY 407 3 PY 411 3 PY 412 3 PY 413 3 PY 414 1 PY 415 3 PY 452 4 PY 489 2 PY 495 1-6 PY 499 1-6 PY 501 1-3 PY 502 4 PY 506 3 PY 507 3 PY 509 3 PY 511 3 PY 512 3 PY 514 3 PY 515 2 PY 516 3 PY 517 1-6 PY 519 3 PY 525 3 PY 528 3 PY 529 2 PY 543 3 PY 552 2 PY 570 4 PY 581 3 PY 582 PY 589 w 3 PY 590 PY 599 SMT 202 SSC 185 SSC 200 SSC 201 SSC 332 SSC 341 SSC 342 SSC 410 SSC 421 SSC 427 Agricultural Business Management (BS) 13 Introduction to Scientific Computing 3 Instrumental and Data Analysis for Physics 2 Special Problems in Physics 1-3 Introduction to Quantum Mechanics 3 Stellar and Galactic Astrophysics 3 Relativity, Gravitation and Cosmology 3 Quantum Physics I 3 Quantum Physics II 3 Introduction to Modern Physics 3 Mechanics I 3 Mechanics II 3 Thermal Physics 3 Electromagnetism I 3 Electromagnetism II 3 Advanced Physics Laboratory 3 Solid State Solar and Thermal Energy Harvesting 3 Special Topics in Physics 1-4 Independent Research in Physics 1-6 Quantum Physics I 3 Quantum Physics II 3 Nuclear and Subatomic Physics 3 Elementary Particle Physics 3 General Relativity 3 Mechanics I 3 Mechanics II 3 Electromagnetism I 3 Electromagnetism II 3 Physical Optics 3 Atomic and Molecular Physics 3 Biological Physics 3 Computational Physics 3 Introduction to Plasma Physics and Fusion Energy 3 Plasma Physics and Fusion Energy II 3 Astrophysics 3 Condensed Matter Physics I 3 Polymer Physics 3 Matter & Interactions for Teachers I 3 Matter & Interactions for Teachers II 3 Solid State Solar and Thermal Energy Harvesting 3 Special Topics In Physics 1-6 Special Topics in Physics 1-6 Anatomy and Properties of Renewable Materials 3 Land and Life 3 Soil Science 3 Soil Science Laboratory 1 Environmental Soil Microbiology 3 Soil Fertility and Nutrient Management 3 Soil and Plant Nutrient Analysis 1 Soil Judging for Land Evaluation 1 Biological Approaches to Sustainable Soil Systems 3
An introductory course in scientific computing for the physical and mathematical sciences using python and other open-source tools. Using a problem-oriented approach, students will learn the basic computing skills needed to conduct scientific research and to prepare for upper- level courses in science and engineering. Topics will include algorithm development, numerical methods, elements of programming, data analysis, and data visualization. Typically offered in Fall and Spring
Digital data acquisition and lab computers (e.g. using LabView or MatLab) are tools used in nearly all current physics research labs. By using both analysis and thorough lab experimental investigation the student will learn basic skills with electronic devices (oscilloscope, powe supplies, function generator, op-amps, high & low-pass filters, feedback circuits), electronic noise (measurement and analysis), and basic circuit construction methods (such as shielding/grounding, soldering). Typically offered in Fall and Spring
Study in experimental or analytical topics in classical and modern physics. Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer
An introduction to wave mechanics and quantum phenomena including the Schroedinger equation for simple systems, the Hamiltonian operator, the use of commutator relations, and the application of angular momentum operators. Emphasis on mathematical tools used in wave mechanics, including complex numbers, function operators, eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Typically offered in Fall only
Introduction to the study of stars, galaxies, and the universe. Stars and stellar evolution; interstellar medium; galaxies and galaxy clusters; cosmology. Recent developments in the understanding of neutron stars, black holes, active galaxies, quasars and inflationary cosmologies. Typically offered in Fall only
Introduction to relativity, gravitation and cosmology in accordance with Einstein's special and general theories of relativity. Flat spacetime: Minkowski metric, time dilation, length contraction, doppler effect, twin paradox, and space travel. Curved spacetime: Schwarzchild metric, black holes and event horizons, particle and light motion, Global positioning system, precession of planetary orbits. Cosmology: hubble law, expansion of the universe, Friedman-Robertson-Walker metric, big bang, cosmological redshift, dark matter and dark energy. Typically offered in Spring only
Special Topics in theoretical, experimental, or computational physics at the intermediate undergraduate level. Course offerings vary from semester to semester. Course may be repeated if course content varies. Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer. Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer
An introduction to the basic principles of quantum physics with an emphasis on selected applications to atoms, molecules, solids, nuclei and elementary particles. PY 203. Typically offered in Spring only
r An introduction to the basic principles of quantum physics with an emphasis on selected applications to atoms, molecules, solids, nuclei and elementary particles. Typically offered in Fall only
Major developments in modern physics: special relativity, origin of the quantum theory, atomic and molecular structure, radioactivity, properties of nuclei. Credit not allowed for both PY 203 and PY 407 Typically offered in Spring only PY 411/PY 511 Mechanics I (3 credit hours) First semester of a two-semester sequence in particle and continuum mechanics at the intermediate level. Focuses on single-particle dynamics: Elementary Newtonian mechanics, harmonic oscillator, central force motion, conservation laws, motion in non-inertial frames, Coriolis and centrifugal forces, Lagrangian dynamics, Hamilton's equations. MA 341 Typically offered in Spring only
Computer Science Option Elective (p. 1697) 3
An introduction to statistical mechanics and thermodynamics. The statistical study of physical systems emphasizing the connection between the statistical description of macroscopic systems and classical thermodynamics. Concepts of heat, internal energy, temperature and entropy. Classical and quantum statistical distributions. Typically offered in Spring only PY 414/PY 514 Electromagnetism I (3 credit hours) First semester of a two-semester sequence. An intermediate course in electromagnetic theory using the methods of vector calculus. Electrostatic field and potential, dielectrics, solution to Laplace's and Poisson's equations, magnetic fields of steady currents. MA 341 Typically offered in Fall only PY 415/PY 515 Electromagnetism II (3 credit hours) A continuation of PY 414. Electromagnetic induction, magnetic fields in matter, Maxwell's equations, wave guides, radiation. Typically offered in Spring only
ST 437
3 PY 452 Advanced Physics Laboratory 3 3 PY 456 Senior Design Project in Physics 3
Introduction to laboratory electronics and instrumentation. Experiments in mechanics; electromagnetism; electronics; optics; and atomic, nuclear, plasma and solid state physics. Senior Physics students only Typically offered in Fall and Spring
Applications of physics to the total design and creation of an apparatus for demonstrating physics concepts. Combines discussion of group dynamics and sociology with engineering approaches to provide the supporting skills for students to work effectively in solving a physics design problem. Considerations of the design process including concept and feasibility study, systems design, detailed design, project management, cost effectiveness, along with development and evaluation of a prototype accomplished through design-team project activity. Typically offered in Fall only Physics (PY) 3 PY 489/PY 589/ECE 489/ECE 589/MSE 489/MSE 589 Solid State Solar and Thermal Energy Harvesting (3 credit hours) This course studies the fundamental and recent advances of energy a harvesting from two of the most abundant sources, namely solar and thermal energies. The first part of the course focuses on photovoltaic science and technology. The characteristics and design of common types of solar cells is discussed, and the known approaches to increasing solar cell efficiency will be introduced. After the review of the physics of solar cells, we will discuss advanced topics and recent progresses in solar cell technology. The second part of the course is focused on thermoelectric effect. The basic physical properties, Seebeck coefficient, electrical and thermal conductivities, are discussed and analyzed through the Boltzmann transport formalism. Advanced subject such as carrier scattering time approximations in relation to dimensionality and the density of states are studied. Different approaches for further increasing efficiencies are discussed including energy filtering, quantum confinement, size effects, band structure engineering, and phonon confinement. P: ECE 302 or E 304 or MSE 355 or PY 407 Typically offered in Spring only
ST 445
Special Topics in theoretical, experimental, or computational physics at the advanced undergraduate level. Course offerings vary from semester to semester. Course may be repeated if course content varies. Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer
Study and research in physics. Topics for experimental or theoretical investigation. Individualized/Independent Study and Research courses require a Course Agreement for Students Enrolled in Non-Standard Courses be completed by the student and faculty member prior to registration by the department. Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer
Basic principles of quantum physics with emphasis on selected applications to atoms, molecules, solids, nuclei, and elementary particles. PY 501 - first semester in two-semester sequence in quantum mechanics; PY 502 - second semester of sequence. Credit for both PY 401 and PY 501 is not allowed.
Basic principles of quantum physics with emphasis on selected applications to atoms, molecules, solids, nuclei and elementary particles. PY 502 - second semester in two-semester sequence in quantum mechanics; first semester of sequence is PY501. Credit for both PY 402 and PY 502 is not allowed. Typically offered in Fall only
Introduction to nuclear and subatomic phenomena: properties of nuclear radiation and detectors, accelerators, nuclear forces and nuclear structure, elementary particles, fundamental symmetries and conservation laws. Typically offered in Fall only
Introduction to fundamental symmetries and dynamics of quarks and leptons. The Standard Model, Dirac equation, Feynman rules in QED and QCD, the Higgs mechanism and electroweak unification. (PY 506 and Graduate Standing) Typically offered in Spring only
ST 503
ST 505
Students may opt to select a minor, by which three graded courses from other departments will be accepted as determined in conjunction with the academic committee. Accelerated Bachelor's/Master's Degree
3 ST 350 3 ST 412 3 ST 413 ST 442 3 ST 546 3 Group A - P 3 BME 201 3 CSC 442 1-6 EC 351 1 ECE 489 ECE 589 1-6 ECG 561 3 EMS 519 GPH 404 3 MA 412 3 MA 413 3 MA 546 3 MA 555 3 MEA 150 3 MEA 463 3 MSE 489 3 MSE 589 3 NE 528 3 NE 529 3 PSY 240 3 PSY 241 3 PSY 242 3 PSY 243 3 PY 123 al 2 PY 124 3 PY 125 4 PY 131 3 PY 203 3 PY 301 3 PY 328 1-6 PY 341 1-6 PY 401 1-6 PY 402 1-6 PY 407 3 PY 411 3 PY 412 3 PY 413 3 PY 414 3 PY 415 3 PY 452 1 PY 489 3 PY 495 2 PY 499 3 PY 501 3 PY 502 3 PY 506 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog 267 Economics and Business Statistics 3 Long-Term Actuarial Models 3 Short-Term Actuarial Models 3 Introduction to Data Science 3 Probability and Stochastic Processes I 3 hysical Sciences Computer Methods in Biomedical Engineering 3 Introduction to Data Science 3 Econometrics I 3 Solid State Solar and Thermal Energy Harvesting 3 Solid State Solar and Thermal Energy Harvesting 3 Applied Econometrics I 3 Teaching and Learning of Statistical Thinking 3 Epidemiology and Statistics in Global Public 3
Physical optics with major emphasis on wave properties of light. Boundary conditions, interference and diffraction, optics of thin films, fiber optics and applications to absorption, scattering and laser operation. A background in Maxwell's equations and vector analysis required. Typically offered in Fall only
The quantum mechanical treatment of structure and spectra for atoms and molecules. The hydrogen atom, helium atom, multielectron atoms, selection rules, diatomic and simple polyatomic molecules and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy. Typically offered in Spring only
This course presents the application of physics principles and methods to problems in biological systems. Important biological molecules, their structures and their processes are introduced for physical scientists. Functional mechanisms are analyzed with concepts from thermodynamics, statistical mechanics, fluid mechanics, and electrostatics. Modern experimental methods and computational approaches to molecular and cellular level biological phenomena are emphasized. Typically offered in Spring only
PY(NE) 528 Introduction to Plasma Physics and Fusion Energy
Basic physics necessary to investigate, from observational data, internal conditions and evolution of stars. This includes the formation and structure of spectral lines, methods of energy generation and transport, stellar structure, degeneracy, white dwarfs, and neutron stars. departmental permission Typically offered in Spring only
PY(MA) 575 Mathematical Introduction to Celestial Mechanics PY(MA) 576 Orbital Mechanics
3 PY 581 Matter & Interactions for Teachers I 3 3 PY 582 Matter & Interactions for Teachers II 3 3 PY 589 Solid State Solar and Thermal Energy Harvesting 3 3 PY 590 Special Topics In Physics 1-6 4 PY 599 Special Topics in Physics 1-6 3 SSC 200 Soil Science 3 3 SSC 201 Soil Science Laboratory 1 3 ST 311 Introduction to Statistics 3 3 ST 312 Introduction to Statistics II 3 3 ST 370 Probability and Statistics for Engineers 3 3 ST 371 Introduction to Probability and Distribution Theory 3 1 ST 372 Introduction to Statistical Inference and 3 3 Regression 2 ST 401 Experiences in Data Analysis 4 3 ST 404 Epidemiology and Statistics in Global Public 3 3 Health 1 ST 405 Applied Nonparametric Statistics 3 4 ST 412 Long-Term Actuarial Models 3 4 ST 413 Short-Term Actuarial Models 3 3 ST 421 Introduction to Mathematical Statistics I 3 3 ST 422 Introduction to Mathematical Statistics II 3 3 ST 430 Introduction to Regression Analysis 3 3 ST 431 Introduction to Experimental Design 3 3 ST 432 Introduction to Survey Sampling 3 3 ST 433 Applied Spatial Statistics 3 3 ST 434 Applied Time Series 3 3 ST 435 Statistical Methods for Quality and Productivity 3 3 Improvement
First semester (mechanics) of a two-semester sequence intended to broaden and deepen the knowledge of high school physics teachers about introductory-level physics from a contemporary point of view. The course includes an introduction to computational physics. Departmental permission is required: the course is normally restricted to in-service high- school physics teachers. Typically offered in Spring only Graduate Catalog 1415
Second semester (electricity and magnetism) of a two-semester sequence intended to broaden and deepen the knowledge of high-school physics teachers of introductory-level physics from a contemporary point of view. The course includes an introduction to computational physics. Departmental permission is required: the course is normally restricted to in-service high-school physics teachers. The PY 581 prerequisite may be waived with strong background in physics and mathematics. Typically offered in Fall only PY 589/ECE 489/ECE 589/MSE 489/MSE 589/PY 489 Solid State Solar and Thermal Energy Harvesting (3 credit hours) This course studies the fundamental and recent advances of energy harvesting from two of the most abundant sources, namely solar and thermal energies. The first part of the course focuses on photovoltaic science and technology. The characteristics and design of common types of solar cells is discussed, and the known approaches to increasing solar cell efficiency will be introduced. After the review of the physics of solar cells, we will discuss advanced topics and recent progresses in solar cell technology. The second part of the course is focused on thermoelectric effect. The basic physical properties, Seebeck coefficient, electrical and thermal conductivities, are discussed and analyzed through the Boltzmann transport formalism. Advanced subject such as carrier scattering time approximations in relation to dimensionality and the density of states are studied. Different approaches for further increasing efficiencies are discussed including energy filtering, quantum confinement, size effects, band structure engineering, and phonon confinement. P: ECE 302 or E 304 or MSE 355 or PY 407 Typically offered in Spring only
Investigations in physics under staff guidance. May consist of literature reviews, experimental or theoretical projects, or special-topics lectures.
Investigations in physics under staff guidance. May consist of literature reviews, experimental or theoretical projects, or special-topics lectures.
Reports on topics of current interest in physics. Several sections are offered so that students with common research interests may be grouped together. Typically offered in Fall and Spring
Investigations in physics under staff guidance. May consist of literature reviews, experimental or theoretical projects, or special topics lectures. Credits Arranged. Typically offered in Fall and Spring
Instruction in research and research under the mentorship of a member of the Graduate Faculty. Typically offered in Spring only
For students who have completed all credit hour requirements and full- time enrollment for the master's degree and are writing and defending their thesis. Credits Arranged Typically offered in Summer only
Introduction to relativistic quantum theory of Dirac particles and the positron. Other topics including second quantization technique and its application to many-body problems, radiation theory, and quantization of the electromagnetic field. Typically offered in Fall only
A general propagator treatment of Dirac particles, photons, and scalar and vector mesons. Applications of Feynman graphs and rules illustrating basic techniques employed in the treatment of electromagnetic, weak, and strong interactions. Renormalization theory, the effects of radiative corrections, and aspects of the general Lorentz covariant theory of quantized fields. Typically offered in Spring only
Basic elements of kinetic theory and equilibrium statistical mechanics, both classical and quantum; applications of the techniques developed to various ideal models of noninteracting particles. The final exam is th Department qualifying exam for statistical mechanics. Typically offered in Spring only
PY(ECE) 727 Semiconductor Thin Films Technology
Fundamental concepts and formulations, including interpretation and techniques. Application of theory to simple physical systems, such as the free particle, the harmonic oscillator, the particle in a potential well, and central force problems. Other topics include approximation methods, identical particles and spin, transformation theory, symmetries and invariance, and an introduction to quantum theory of scattering and angular momentum. Typically offered in Fall only e PY 782 Quantum Mechanics II (3 credit hours) Fundamental concepts and formulations, including interpretation and techniques, and the application of theory to simple physical systems, such as the free particle, the harmonic oscillator, the particle in a potential well, and central force problems. Other topics include approximation methods, identical particles and spin, transformation theory, symmetries and invariance, and an introduction to the quantum theory of scattering and angular momentum. The final exam is the Department qualifying exam for quantum mechanics. Typically offered in Spring only
Introduction to theoretical physics in preparation for advanced study. Emphasis on classical mechanics, special relativity, and the motion of charged particles. Topics include variational principles, Hamiltonian dynamics, canonical transformation theory, structure of the Lorentz group, and elementary dynamics of unquantized fields. The final exam is the Department qualifying exam for classical mechanics. Typically offered in Fall only
This is the first semester of a two-semester sequence focusing on electrostatics. Topics include establishing the physical basis of Maxwell's Equations; image-charge, series-expansion, and Green-function methods for determining electrostatic potentials and solving boundary-condition problems in one, two, and three dimensions (mathematics includes Bessel functions and spherical harmonics); dielectric response theory in linear and nonlinear limits; Cauchy theorem, causality, Kramers-Kronig relations, and sum rules; Green functions and response theory in the time domain; inhomogeneous materials and plasmonics; magnetostatics. The final exam is the Department qualifying exam for electricity and magnetism. Typically offered in Fall only
This is the second semester of a two-semester series, focusing on time- dependent phenomena. Building on Maxwell's Equations, topics include conduction, induction, and magnetodynamics; physics of transformers, motors, and generators; plane waves: propagation in homogeneous and anisotropic media, coherent and incoherent superposition (short-pulse optics, Stokes parameters); wave physics at planar interfaces: reflection, transmission, multilayer phenomena, and plasmonics; waveguides including optical fibers-and energy transfer; radiation and scattering: Green functions, retardation physics, Lienard-Wiechert potentials; interference (constructive and destructive), shock waves; diffraction: Fresnel and Fraunhofer diffraction, Gaussian beams (photon spin, orbital angular momentum, topological charge); special relativity: Lorentz transformations, 4-vectors, nominal paradoxes, synchrotron radiation, and tensor formulation. Typically offered in Spring only
Reports on topics of current interest in physics. Several sections offered so that students with common research interests may be grouped together. Typically offered in Fall and Spring
Teaching experience under the mentorship of faculty who assist the student in planning for the teaching assignment, observe and provide feedback to the student during the teaching assignment and evaluate the student upon completion of the assignment. Typically offered in Spring only
Instruction in research and research under the mentorship of a member of the Graduate Faculty. Typically offered in Spring only Graduate Catalog 1417
For graduate students whose programs of work specify no formal course work during a summer session and who will be devoting full time to thesis research. Typically offered in Summer only
For students who have completed all credit hour requirements, full-time enrollment, preliminary examination, and residency requirements for the doctoral degree, and are writing and defending their dissertations. Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer
Source: North Carolina State University at Raleigh's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
