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PHYS 2220 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers II (BPS/QI)


BPS/QI Breadth Physical Sciences and Quantitative Intensive
4 credits

The study of waves, electricity and magnetism, optics, and quantum phenomena.  Topics include electric and magnetic forces and fields, electric potential, Maxwell’s equations, DC and AC circuits, geometrical optics, wave nature of light, special relativity, and atomic, molecular, nuclear phenomena.  Lecture and required recitation. 

Prerequisite/Restriction: MATH 1210 ; PHYS 2200  or PHYS 2210 , or a minimum score of 4 or higher on the AP Physics B exam, or a minimum score of 3 on the AP Physics C (Mechanics) exam.