Permission of department chair. This course provides an opportunity for the student to pursue independent study or research in an area of particular interest. These courses provide a thorough introduction to the principles of mechanics, thermal physics, wave motion, electricity and magnetism, and atomic and nuclear physics. Concepts are developed and applied utilizing the calculus. Topics include the dynamics of charged particles in electric and magnetic fields, elementary quantum theory, the interaction of radiation with matter, and basic atomic and nuclear physics.
Laboratory investigations are an integral part of the course.
This course emphasizes the physical basis of radiology and nuclear medicine. Topics include interaction of radiation with matter, radiation detection and monitoring, dosimetry, range-energy relationships, and radiation safety. Laboratory investigations are an integral part of the course. This course explores the design and function of DC and AC circuits, power supplies, amplifiers, oscillators, and semiconductor devices. Attention is given to digital electronics and micro-processors.