PHYS2124 — Physics II for Majors*
4 Credits Calculus-based course including introductory electricity and magnetism, wave motion, optics, and elementary quantum concepts. Lab Fee (GEO 1, 3) Apply mathematical formulae in the analysis of these laws. (GEO 2, 3) Identify the concepts of electrostatics, including electric forces, fields, waves, and flow of current and circuits. (GEO 3) Recognize the behavior of magnetic fields and forces. (GEO 3) Apply the laws of electromagnetism, such as Maxwell’s equations and Lorentz’s law, to specific problems. (GEO 2, 3) Identify and explain the general properties of light, optics, and lenses. (GEO 1, 3) Use laboratory equipment to properly conduct experiments (GEO 3, 4) Communicate clearly using scientific terms and methods both orally and in writing. (GEO 1) ACTS Equivalent Course Number: PHYS 2044
Prerequisites: PHYS2114