PHYS 251 - Waves, Optics, & Relativity

Institution:

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

Subject:

Physics

Description:

Explores oscillations, waves, optics, and the breakdown of nineteenth century physics, and special relativity. Topics covered include simple harmonic motion; mechanical waves; sound; geometric optics; interference; diffraction; and special relativity. This course includes a laboratory component that may be incorporated into the class time in a studio physics modality. Basic scientific computing will be integrated into the course.(RE) Prerequisite(s): PHYS 136* or PHYS 138* or PHYS 231* or PHYS 222* with a C or better. (RE) Corequisite(s): MATH 142*.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.tennessee.edu

Phone Number:

(865) 974-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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