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PHYS 272: General Physics II (3 credits)

 

Catalog Description

This is the second in a rigorous, calculus-based physics course for the professional or engineering major. The study of the concepts of physics including the fundamental principles and theories of electricity, magnetism, light, and optical theory.

Prerequisite: Credit for MATH 206 or equivalent and a grade of “C” or better in PHYS 170.

Co-requisite: PHYS 272L.


Student Learning Outcomes

  • Demonstrate a solid conceptual understanding of electricity, magnetism, light, and optical theory.
  • Solve applicable problems using calculus and vector analysis.
  • Apply the laws of physics to computational problems in electricity, magnetism, and wave phenomena.

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page last updated: October 4, 2009