43 courses with the subject PHY, 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.
Knowledge, skills, and strategies for surviving and excelling at physics. Includes essential analytical skills, key physics ideas, problem-solving techniques, critical-thinking practice, and academic success tips.
Individual study on a topic of personal interest, mentored by a willing faculty member. Appropriate for topics requiring no prior physics knowledge.
Introduction to basic laws of physics made by extensive use of demonstrations. Concepts emphasized and mathematical manipulations held to a minimum.
The discovery approach will be used to conduct experiments in mechanics, fluids, heat, electricity and magnetism, optics and modern physics.
Introduction of laws and properties of matter, sound, heat, optics, electricity, and magnetism. Algebra and trigonometry used in development of this material.
Introduction of laws and properties of matter, sound, heat, optics, electricity, and magnetism. Algebra and trigonometry used in development of this material.
Laboratory supporting PHY 211.
Introduction of laws and properties of matter, sound, heat, optics, electricity, and magnetism. Algebra and trigonometry used in development of this material.
Introduction of laws and properties of matter, sound, heat, optics, electricity, and magnetism. Algebra and trigonometry used in development of this material.
Laboratory supporting PHY 212.
Introduction to the laws and properties of mechanics and heat using calculus.
Laboratory supporting PHY 291.
Introduction to the laws and properties of electricity, magnetism, sound, and optics using calculus.
Laboratory supporting PHY 292.
Introduction to computational techniques used in physics and engineering. Use of software to solve problems in physics and astronomy, including simulation of interesting physical situations.
Individual study on a topic of personal interest, mentored by a willing faculty member. Appropriate for topics comparable to PHY 291/PHY 292 in level and requiring some prior physics knowledge.
Selected experiments with emphasis on laboratory techniques, methods of data analysis, knowledge of instrumentation, and the writing of laboratory reports. Intended to prepare students for research and advanced laboratory work.
Fundamental concepts and principles of special relativity and quantum mechanics. Topics include frames of reference, the nature of spacetime, relativistic dynamics, classical wave models, the photon model of light, wave-particle duality, quantum spin, quantum paradoxes, the Schrodinger equation, atomic spectra, and nuclear physics.
Performance of atomic, nuclear, and solid state physics experiments and analysis of data in a quantitative and scientific manner. Simple computer programs used to study the concepts of error and least-square-fit techniques.
Mathematical treatment of classical kinematics and dynamics of a particle in a uniform field, in oscillatory motion and simple motions of systems of particles. Analytical and numerical techniques of problem solution stressed.
A study, developing and using techniques of vector algebra and calculus, of topics in the theory of static electric and magnetic fields including the divergence and Stokes' theorems and the law of Gauss, Biot-Savart, and Ampere. Application to the properties of conductors, dielectric, and magnetic materials.
Performance of electricity and magnetism and electronic experiments with analysis of these basic phenomena as applied to research laboratory.
Understanding the properties of bulk matter via classical thermodynamics, entropy, and statistical reasoning applied to the quantum mechanical properties of its constituents.
Advanced courses in laboratory techniques as involved in special laboratory problems.
Primarily intended for those who are not physical science majors. Topics vary with instructor and with semester. Contemporary topics may include subjects such as analysis of physical resources, their inherent energy limitations and new sources of energy (such as solar, geothermal, etc.); development and adaptation of nuclear energy to electric power plants and armaments systems and the ensuing environmental and political problems. No previous science course required. Interested students should inquire at Physics and Astronomy Department office for further details. Selected topics for science majors may also be given upon request.
Introduction to computational methods used in physics and engineering, including computational simulation of physical systems, numerical solution of mathematical problems, and familiarity with scientific programming tools.
Use of numerical methods and computational models to simulate and investigate the behavior of various physical systems, including ODE integration, PDE mesh relaxation, and/or Monte Carlo methods.
Individual study on a topic of personal interest, mentored by a willing faculty member. Appropriate for topics comparable to 300-level physics courses and requiring solid knowledge of introductory physics.
Topics from current physics literature, and presentations by students, faculty and guest lecturers. Oral reports on research topics. Attendance at weekly seminars required.
The basic laws of physics are introduced by extensive use of demonstrations. Concepts are emphasized and mathematical manipulation is minimal. Teaching materials and strategies are developed.
Experiments investigating electrical phenomena, modern physics, and current faculty research. This course builds on experience from PHY 311. Intended to prepare students for graduate school or careers in research and development.
Electronic circuits useful for measurement, signal processing, and control. This course is especially designed to meet needs of experimental scientists.
Methods and techniques of electronic connection between computer and other devices and programming methods to facilitate use of the computer as a laboratory instrument are introduced. Assembly language used primarily.
A topic of special interest is studied in depth.
Formal development of the postulates and methods of quantum mechanics and its application to a variety of one-dimensional and three-dimensional physical systems and phenomena, including the hydrogen atom, multiparticle systems, quantum tunneling, and scattering.
Classical laws of particle motion are extended to the treatment of general motion of a rigid body, noninertial reference frames, generalized coordinates, normal coordinates, and to topics and techniques based on calculus of variations.
Stellar evolution through study of white dwarves and black holes; galaxy structure and cosmology. Observational project will use Three College Observatory. Intended as follow-up to introductory astronomy and physics.
Introduction to cellular biophysics, with emphasis on the physical properties of membranes, including membrane transport mechanisms and electrical properties of membranes.
Mathematical methods applied to diverse physics topics such as power series expansions, complex numbers, curvilinear coordinate systems, ordinary and partial differential equations, Lagrange multipliers, orthonormal basis expansions, and functional transformations.
A significant research project directed by faculty member. Student must submit written proposal, develop approved written plan, and deliver formal report of results.
Individual study on a topic of personal interest, mentored by a willing faculty member. Appropriate for advanced or specialized topics requiring solid knowledge of core (300-level) physics.
Introduction to cellular biophysics, with emphasis on the physical properties of membranes, including membrane transport mechanisms and electrical properties of membranes.
Recent developments in physics.
Source: University of North Carolina at Greensboro's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
