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PHYS6C

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PHYS 6C - Introductory Physics

PhysicsCollege of Letters and Science

Full Course Title

Introductory Physics

Abbreviated Course Title

INTRODUCTORY PHYSIC

Instructor Name(s)

STAFF

Course Description

Presents concepts and methodologies for understanding physical phenomena, and is particularly useful preparation for upper-division study in the life sciences. Electromagnetic waves. Geometric optics, optical instruments. Interference and diffraction. Quantum theory of the atom. Nuclear physics. If time permits: Special relativity, elementary particle physics.

Units Fixed

3

Maximum number of times course can be repeated for additional credit

0

Maximum Units

3

Prerequisites

Physics 6B with a minimum grade of C-.

General Subject Areas

C

Special Subject Areas

QNT

Programs

PHYS6C is a completion requirement for:

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