Course Overview
Physics 3200 is an intermediate introduction to the theories of special relativity and quantum mechanics. Topics include: Galilean-Newtonian relativity, the Michelson-Morley experiment, simultaneity, Lorentz transformation, relativistic kinematics, and dynamics. Origins of quantum theory, Photoelectric effect, The Bohr Atom, quantization of energy, quantization of angular momentum, Heisenberg Uncertainty principle, Schrodinger wave equation, quantum theory of atoms, the periodic table, and atomic spectra.
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will be able to:
- Define and explain the fundamental concepts of Modern Physics.
- Discriminate between all concepts efficiently such that the relationships between concepts can be determined.
- Understand the formulation of the physical laws of relativity and quantum mechanics through the relationships of these concepts.
- Apply their comprehensive knowledge of the laws of relativity and quantum mechanics to homework problems, assignments and tests.
- Combine prior calculus knowledge with course material to further fundamental knowledge and understanding of the physics of relativity and quantum mechanics.
- Analyze second year physics level word problems such that the appropriate laws and formulae can be applied to the solutions.
- Document their solutions clearly through: effective organization, correct use of quantity units, proper use of symbols and terminology, use of appropriate physics formulae, use of appropriate calculus and mathematical algebra and inclusion of written concluding statements that show understanding of the significance of answers.
- Apply the learned principles to other related physics lecture and laboratory courses.
Effective as of Fall 2006
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