3 Study of the physical principles of solid state electronics devices including photovoltaics. 1 Experiments in crystal and semiconductor physics, including measurement of fundamental physical constants. A term project is required. PHYS 322 will be offered 1997-98. Requires observation, demonstration, and class presentations.
Special attention is given to newer methods of teaching science to the secondary student.
Will not apply on a major or minor in physics. Offered on demand. A term project is required. Topics include special relativity, wave mechanics, matrix mechanics, perturbation theory, and particle physics. 3 In-depth study of the mathematical foundations of physics and their applications to physical problems.