PHYS251 — Modern Physics

4 credits · 4 hours

A calculus-based physics course in which the student is introduced to quantum mechanics, atomic structure, molecular and statistical physics, the solid state, nuclear and particle physics and modern theories of cosmology. The student also acquires considerable skill in the use of advanced optical apparatus and precision data reduction. (Formerly entitled General Physics IV.) Pre- or co- requisite(s): MATH 220 Differential Equations . Lab fee will be required Terms pring Distance Learning: No Liberal Arts and Sciences Designation: Science SUNY General Education Designation(s): Mathematics (and Quantitative Reasoning), Natural Sciences (and Scientific Reasoning) Lecture: 3 Lab: 3

Prerequisites: PHYS250, MATH220

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• Accounting, A.A.S.
• Administrative Information Management and Technology, A.A.S.
• Business Administration, A.A.S.
• Criminal Justice, A.A.S.
• Entrepreneurship, A.A.S.
• Marketing, A.A.S.
• Public Administration Studies, A.A.S.
• Engineering Science, A.S.
• Physical Sciences, A.S.

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