The physics of waves is studied with emphasis on the nature of light, including propagation, interference, diffraction, and polarization. The constant speed of light leads to a careful study of the theory of special relativity. A weekly laboratory is required.
Natural Scientific Approaches
Prerequisites
PHYS 122 and MATH 280 (may be taken concurrently).
Course UID
002452.1
Course Subject
Catalog Number
221
Long title
Modern Physics I