We will try to cover most of the topics in chapters 8-12 of the text, plus additional material on modern research topics. A good understanding of calculus and sophomore physics is required. You will be expected to apply new concepts derived in class to a wide variety of problems. Exams will include both material covered in lectures as well as in the homework sets. That is, you may be asked to derive an important result as well as solve problems on the exams.
Attendance is mandatory.
Since you and your classmates are paying for each lecture, I will endeavor to fill each class period. Non-scholastic disruptions will be met with scorn. I reserve the right to subtract points from individuals who do not respect their classmate's investment. Homework will be assigned and selected problems will be collected. You are encouraged to work together on the homework assignments.