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PHYS 130 - Oscillations, Waves and Optics

Type of Course: Lecture, Laboratory
The third of a four-semester introductory survey of physics. The seminar meets for three hours per week plus an afternoon laboratory. Oscillations and harmonic motion, wave phenomena such as interference, diffraction and standing waves, plus ray and wave optics are some of the topics covered. Key experiments include studies of mechanical, acoustic and optical waves, wave resonance in oscillating systems, construction of optical instruments, and measurement of the speed of light. Prepares the student for the study of quantum systems in PHYS 131 . Fulfills the Scientific Perspective.

Prerequisites: PHYS 111  or PHYS 121 .

Corequisites: MATH 130 

Instructor: Mr. Kudrolli, Mr. Landee

When Offered: Offered every fall

Faculty: Arshad Kudrolli, Ph.D. - Associate Professor of Physics, Christopher P. Landee, Ph.D. - Professor of Physics Adjunct Professor of Chemistry
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