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الجامعة الاولى:
Graduate Courses
PHYS 601. Techniques in Experimental Physics (3). I. Laboratory oriented course in which various experimental techniques and topics of current use in physics and engineering are treated.
PHYS 602. Advanced Classical Mechanics (3). I. Lagrangian and Hamiltonian dynamics, central force problems, small oscillations, canonical transformations, nonlinear dynamics and deterministic chaos, logistic maps.
PHYS 603. Advanced Electrodynamics (3). II. Elements of electrodynamics including: electrostatics, magnetostatics, electromagnetism, radiating systems, and relativity. Prerequisites: PHYS 501, 502, 518 or equivalent work.
PHYS 604. Statistical Mechanics (3). I. Laws of thermodynamics; kinetic theory; Boltzmann transport equation; Liouville’s theorem; fundamental postulates of classical and quantum statistical mechanics; microcanonical, canonical and grand canonical ensembles; applications to gases, liquids and solids, Ising model and applications of computational methods. Prerequisites: PHYS 602 or consent of instructor.
PHYS 605. Advanced Quantum Mechanics (3). II. Foundations of quantum mechanics with applications to current problems in physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 602 or equivalent.
PHYS 606. Techniques of Computational Physics (3). I. Fundamentals of the application of computers in physics with emphasis on numerical methods; survey of methods of simulation with in-depth treatment of several computational physics applications; high level programming and other simulation tools used in treating complex physical systems.
PHYS 610. Advanced Solid State Physics (3). III. Quantum theory of solids, including: treatment of conduction electrons in ****ls and semiconductors, electron transport properties, band theory, dielectric, magnetic and optical properties of solids, and superconductivity. Second quantization and pseudopotential techniques. Prerequisite: PHYS 510 or consent of instructor.
PHYS 650. Physics for In-Service Teachers (3-5). On demand. Intensive physics course for secondary or middle school teachers of science who wish to enhance their physics background. Special attention is paid to the development of lecture-demonstration and laboratory apparatus and techniques. Subject matter can vary from year to year. May be repeated. Not acceptable for credit towards a graduate degree in physics.
PHYS 651. Mechanics (3). Summer, on demand. Newtonian and modern theories of motion, the nature and role of forces, work, energy, momentum, and angular momentum. Not acceptable for credit toward an MS in physics.
PHYS 652. Electromagnetism (3). Summer (alternate years), on demand. Electric fields and potentials, electric currents, DC circuits, magnetic fields, electric and magnetic forces, magnetic field production, magnetic induction, passive AC circuits, generation of electromagnetic waves, Maxwell’s equations, and the electromagnetic spectrum. Not acceptable for credit toward an MS in physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 651 or consent of instructor.
PHYS 653. Waves and Light (3). Summer (alternate years), on demand. General wave properties and phenomena including dispersion, interference, diffraction, and the Doppler effect; properties of light including reflection, refraction, absorption, scattering, geometric optics, wave and particle natures of light, polarization, and color; wave-particle duality of matter. Not acceptable for credit toward an MS in physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 651 or consent of instructor.
PHYS 654. Structure of Matter and Thermodynamics (3). Summer (alternate years), on demand. Atoms and molecules; subatomic particles; nuclear reactions; states of matter; properties of gases, liquids, and solids; properties of ****ls and semiconductors; entropy and the laws of thermodynamics. Not acceptable for credit toward an MS in physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 651 or consent of instructor.
PHYS 655. Astronomy and Astrophysics (3). Summer (alternate years), on demand. Naked-eye astronomy, orbital dynamics, stellar structure and evolution, galaxies, cosmology, and the history of astronomy. Not acceptable for credit toward an MS in physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 651 or consent of instructor.
PHYS 661. Labs and Demonstrations in Physics (1). Fall, Spring. Hands-on construction and exploration of physics and astronomy demonstrations and laboratory exercises with discussions of the pedagogy of demonstrations and laboratories. Subjects of labs and demonstrations will include mechanics, electromagnetism, circuits, optics, astronomy, structure of matter, and thermodynamics, though the specific demonstration and laboratory exercises will vary in each offering. Not acceptable for credit toward an MS in physics.
PHYS 681. Seminar in Physics (2). I, II. Systematic study of selected topics in physics. Oral presentation is emphasized in the research and instructional arenas. May be repeated to eight hours. Graded S/U.
PHYS 682. Special Topics in Physics (3). On demand. Seminar on subject in modern physics representing an important advance in the field or a special competence of individual staff members. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
PHYS 684. Readings in Physics (1-3). Individual registration. Special topics in specific areas of physics suited to needs of individual student. May be repeated to eight hours. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
PHYS 689. Co-operative Education in Physics (1-6). On demand. Work and study in physics in an industrial, commercial or government laboratory setting in an approved cooperative position. May be repeated to six hours. Graded S/U.
PHYS 691. Directed Research in Physics (1-6). Supervised independent research on a particular topic. Suitable for work toward paper for M.S. Plan II or M.A.T. degrees, but open to others interested in physics research. Prerequisite: PHYS 606 or at least 12 hours of 600-level physics. May be repeated to 12 hours. Graded S/U.
PHYS 694. Workshop in Physics (1-4). On demand. Topics and issues within the discipline; topics vary from term to term. Normal grading.
PHYS 695. Workshop in Physics (1-4). On demand. Topics and issues within the discipline; topics vary from term to term. Graded S/U.
PHYS 699. Thesis Research (1-12). Credit for thesis study. Enrollment in excess of nine hours is acceptable for Plan I M.S. degree, but no more than six hours may be credited toward degree. Minimum acceptable toward degree is two hours. Graded S/U.
PHYS 782. Special Topics in Physics (3). On demand. Seminar subject in modern physics representing an important advance in the field, or special competence of individual staff members. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
PHYS 784. Readings in Physics (1-3). On demand. Individual registration. Special topics in specific areas of physics suited to needs of individual student. May be repeated to nine hours. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. PHYS 799. Dissertation Research (1-12). Credit for dissertation research. Student must earn a minimum of 16 hours of credit in this course while working on the doctoral dissertation. A maximum of 30 hours may be counted toward the degree program. Graded S/U.
الجامعة الثانية:
Advanced Physics Lab
Advanced experiments in classical and modern physics are selected to accompany and to supplement graduate-level physics program courses. Repeat registration permitted.
PHY 50093
1-6 CreditsVariable Title Workshop in Physics
Workshop individually designed to provide instruction and training in specific areas of physics. S/U grading. Prerequisite: special approval.PHY 5/70095
1-3 CreditsSpecial Topics
Topic announced when scheduled. Prerequisite: special approval.PHY 50096
1-3 CreditsIndividual Investigation
Individual projects for physics program graduate students. IP permissible.PHY 5/70195
1-3 CreditsSpecial Topics
Topic announced when scheduled. Prerequisite: special approval.PHY 52500
3 CreditsPhysics of Laboratory Devices and Techniques
Physics of semiconducting devices such as diodes, transistors; laboratory techniques using temperature control, vacuum pumps; X-ray, neutron, light and electron scattering.PHY 52512
4 CreditsGeneral Electronic Instrumentation
Laboratory-based course in digital and analog electronics, computer interfacing and computer-based technique all within con**** of applications in measurements, signal-to-noise enhancement and control instrumentation. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 4 hours weekly.PHY 54291
1 CreditPlanetarium Operation and Programming
Planetarium operation, advantages and limitations. Slides, technamation, special effects and programs for K-12 grades, public and special groups. Prerequisite: special approval.PHY 54600
3 CreditsIntroduction to Biological Physics
Introduces ideas essential to physical understanding of biological systems. Topics include: introduction to molecular components of the cell; statistical mechanics and transport in biological systems; selected topics in biophysics. Prerequisite: special approval.PHY 54802
3 CreditsAstrophysics
Galactic structure, stellar formation and evolution, origin of the elements (or nucleosynthesis), nonoptical astronomies and a de******ion of various cosmological theories. Prerequisite: MATH 12003.PHY 55201
4 CreditsElectromagnetic Theory
Properties of electric and magnetic fields developed by vector methods. Treatment of static fields in vacuum and matter. Theory of classical electromagnetic fields with emphasis on dynamic fields.
PHY 55301
3 CreditsThermal Physics
An introduction to thermodynamics and statistical mechanics, with applications in material science and engineering. Prerequisite: PHY 36001.PHY 55401
3 CreditsMathematical Methods in Physics
Consolidation of vector analysis, curvilinear coordinate systems, tensors, matrix algebra, vector spaces, common groups in physics, calculus of residues, contour integration, methods for differential equations in physics; additional topics important for physics selected from special functions, integral equations, calculus of variations. Prerequisite: MATH 32052.PHY 55403
3 CreditsData Analysis and Computational Physics Techniques
Study of uncertainties in physical measurements. Data reduction and error analysis techniques. Monte Carlo simulation method. Least-squares fits to data. Basic computational physics techniques. Prerequisites: MATH 12003 and PHY 23102.PHY 55501
3 CreditsElectromagnetic Waves and Modern Optics
Interactions between light and matter from both a macroscopic and microscopic perspective; producing and controlling light; devices and spectroscopic techniques based on modern optics. Prerequisite: PHY 55201.PHY 56101
4 CreditsQuantum and Atomic Physics
Bohr theory, wave mechanics, wave packets. Applications to barriers, oscillators, hydrogen atom, multielectron atoms, X-rays, molecular spectra. At level of Eisberg-Resnick’s Quantum Physics. Prerequisite: special approval.PHY 56301
3 CreditsIntroduction to Nuclear Physics
Introduction to the concepts of nuclear physics including basic properties of the atomic nucleus, experimental techniques, nuclear models and reactions, nuclear fission and fusion, and elementary particles. Prerequisite: PHY 36001. Pre- or corequisite MATH 32052.PHY 56401
3 CreditsIntroduction to Solid State Physics
Fundamental unifying concepts and experimental techniques needed to understand thermal, electrical and optical properties of ions and electrons in solids. Special topics of current research. Prerequisite: PHY 36002.PHY 6/80091
1 CreditPhysics Seminar
Discussion of current literature or of original research in physics. Participation by students, faculty and guests. S/U grading; IP permissible.PHY 6/70093
1-6 CreditsVariable Title Workshop in Physics
Workshops individually designed to provide instruction and training in specific areas of physics. S/U grading.PHY 6/70094
1-3 CreditsCollege Teaching of Physics
Methodology of teaching in a university, college, or junior college. Includes observation of kinds of teaching and practice teaching. S/U grading; IP permissible.PHY 60098
1-15 CreditsResearch
Research or individual investigation. Credits earned may be applied toward meeting degree requirements if department approves. Repeated registration permitted. IP permissible.PHY 60199
2-6 CreditsThesis I
Thesis students must register for total of 6 hours, 2 to 6 hours in a single semester, distributed over several semesters if desired. S/U grading; IP permissible. Prerequisite: Approval of advisor.PHY 6/70295
1-3 CreditsAdvanced Topics
Selected special topics of current research interest. IP permissible. Prerequisite: special approval.PHY 60299
2 CreditsThesis II
Thesis students must continue registration each semester until all degree requirements are met. S/U grading; IP permissible. Prerequisite: PHY 60199.PHY 6/70395
1-3 CreditsAdvanced Topics
Selected special topics of current research interest. Prerequisite: special approval.PHY 6/74101
3 CreditsAdvanced Problem Solving in Physics
This course imparts advanced problem-solving skills not acquired in regular courses. Examples from four basic areas of physics (classical mechanics, electricity and magnetism, quantum mechanics and statistical physics) will be emphasized. Graduate letter grades and S/U grading. Prerequisites: PHY 6/75101, 6/75203, 6/76161, and 6/75301.PHY 6/75101
3 CreditsClassical Mechanics
Lagrange’s equations, variational principles, two-body central force problems, rigid body motion, Hamilton’s equations, canonical transformations, Hamilton-Jacobi theory, small oscillations. Prerequisite: special approval.PHY 6/75203
3 CreditsClassical Electrodynamics I
Introduction to electrostatics, boundary value problems, multipoles, electrostatics of macroscopic media, magnetostatics, time-varying fields, Maxwell’s equations, conservation laws. Prerequisite: special approval.PHY 6/75204
3 CreditsClassical Electrodynamics II
Plane electromagnetic waves, simple radiating systems, scattering, special theory of relativity, relativistic dynamics, radiation of moving charges, Bremsstrahlung. Prerequisite: PHY 6/75203.PHY 6/75301
4 CreditsStatistical Mechanics I
An introduction to statistical mechanics, including classical and quantum statistics. Derives thermodynamic quantities from a statistical viewpoint.PHY 6/76161
3 CreditsQuantum Mechanics I
Fundamental concepts of non-relativistic quantum mechanics. Solution of simple one-dimensional problems. Abstract Hilbert-space de******ion. Matrix representations. Quantum dynamics. Extension to three dimensions. Spin and orbital angular momentum. Prerequisite: special approval.PHY 6/76162
3 CreditsQuantum Mechanics II
Angular momentum theory. Symmetries and conservation laws. Application of approximation methods to realistic problems. Systems of identical particles. Scattering theory. Relativistic single-particle wave equations. Prerequisite: PHY 6/76161.PHY 6/76201
3 CreditsParticle Physics
Discussion of particle detectors, invariance principles and conservation laws, fundamental interactions, quark model of hadrons, basic concepts of field theory, the Standard Model and selected topics of current interest. Prerequisite: PHY 6/76162.PHY 6/76302
3 CreditsNuclear Physics
Theory of nuclear processes including properties of nuclear quantum states, twobody forces, nuclear structure and models, nuclear reactions and nuclear radiation physics. Prerequisite: PHY 56101.PHY 6/76401
3 CreditsSolid State Physics I
Crystalline state, with emphasis on wave propagation, zone and band theory, phonons. Applications to electrical and thermal conductivities, specific heats, optical, dielectric and magnetic properties. Prerequisite: PHY 56101 or 6/76161.PHY 6/76402
3 CreditsSolid State Physics II
Covers several topics, including conduction in ****ls, dielectric and ferroelectric properties, the origin of magnetism, phenomenological and BCS de******ions of superconductivity, elastic theory and semiconductor physics. Prerequisite: PHY 6/76401 and 6/76161.PHY 6/78401
3 CreditsLiquid Crystal Physics
The molecular structure and properties of liquid crystals and their role in biological systems and industrial applications. Prerequisite: Graduate standing in physics (PHY) or chemical physics (CPHY).PHY 75302
3 CreditsStatistical Mechanics II
Classical and quantum statistics with emphasis on Fermi and Bose systems. Introduction to approximate methods including cluster expansions and virial coefficients. Applications to critical phenomena. Prerequisite: PHY 6/75301.PHY 76163
3 CreditsQuantum Mechanics III
Second quantization and field theory formalism are developed for the many-particle system. Topics include the electron gas and nuclear matter. Prerequisite: PHY 6/76162.PHY 76303
3 CreditsAdvanced Nuclear Physics
Advanced concepts and theories of nuclear interactions. Topics include the nucleon-nucleon interaction, nuclear structure, reactions, nuclear matter and strong interactions of elementary particles. Prerequisite: PHY 6/76302 and 76163.PHY 76403
3 CreditsAdvanced Condensed Matter Physics
Advanced theories of solids, fluids, superfluids, magnetic, ferroelectric and liquid crystal systems and the experimental methods that probe them. Prerequisite: PHY 6/76402.PHY 80097
1 CreditPhysics Colloquium
Presentation by invited speakers of research and other topics on graduate level followed by discussion period. Regular attendance of all physics majors expected. Three or more meetings each semester as arranged. S/U grading; IP permissible.PHY 80098
1-15 CreditsResearch
Research or individual investigation for doctoral students who have not yet passed their candidacy exams. Credit earned may be applied toward the degree if the department approves. IP permissible. Prerequisite: Admission to doctoral study.PHY 80199
15 CreditsDissertation I
Doctoral dissertation, for which registration in at least two semesters is required, first of which will be semester in which dissertation work is begun, and continuing until the completion of 30 hours. S/U grading; IP permissible. Prerequisite: Admission to candidacy for doctoral degree and special approval.PHY 80299
1 or 15 CreditsDissertation II
Continuing registration required of doctoral students who have completed the initial 30 hours of dissertation and continuing until all degree requirements are met. S/U grading; IP permissible. Prerequisite: PHY 80199.PHY 88191
1 CreditChemical Physics Seminar
Discussions of current literature or of original research in chemical physics. Participation by students, faculty and guests. S/U grading; IP permissible.
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انا طالبة ماستر فيزياء ..مبتعثة الى امريكا..
وحصلت على قبولين من جامعتين..
وصراحة احترت في اختيار ايهما.؟
ساعرض لكم وصف مختصر للماستر في كلا الجامعتين..وساعدوني في اختيار افضل برنامج...
الجامعة الاولى:
Graduate Courses
PHYS 601. Techniques in Experimental Physics (3). I. Laboratory oriented course in which various experimental techniques and topics of current use in physics and engineering are treated.
PHYS 602. Advanced Classical Mechanics (3). I. Lagrangian and Hamiltonian dynamics, central force problems, small oscillations, canonical transformations, nonlinear dynamics and deterministic chaos, logistic maps.
PHYS 603. Advanced Electrodynamics (3). II. Elements of electrodynamics including: electrostatics, magnetostatics, electromagnetism, radiating systems, and relativity. Prerequisites: PHYS 501, 502, 518 or equivalent work.
PHYS 604. Statistical Mechanics (3). I. Laws of thermodynamics; kinetic theory; Boltzmann transport equation; Liouville’s theorem; fundamental postulates of classical and quantum statistical mechanics; microcanonical, canonical and grand canonical ensembles; applications to gases, liquids and solids, Ising model and applications of computational methods. Prerequisites: PHYS 602 or consent of instructor.
PHYS 605. Advanced Quantum Mechanics (3). II. Foundations of quantum mechanics with applications to current problems in physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 602 or equivalent.
PHYS 606. Techniques of Computational Physics (3). I. Fundamentals of the application of computers in physics with emphasis on numerical methods; survey of methods of simulation with in-depth treatment of several computational physics applications; high level programming and other simulation tools used in treating complex physical systems.
PHYS 610. Advanced Solid State Physics (3). III. Quantum theory of solids, including: treatment of conduction electrons in ****ls and semiconductors, electron transport properties, band theory, dielectric, magnetic and optical properties of solids, and superconductivity. Second quantization and pseudopotential techniques. Prerequisite: PHYS 510 or consent of instructor.
PHYS 650. Physics for In-Service Teachers (3-5). On demand. Intensive physics course for secondary or middle school teachers of science who wish to enhance their physics background. Special attention is paid to the development of lecture-demonstration and laboratory apparatus and techniques. Subject matter can vary from year to year. May be repeated. Not acceptable for credit towards a graduate degree in physics.
PHYS 651. Mechanics (3). Summer, on demand. Newtonian and modern theories of motion, the nature and role of forces, work, energy, momentum, and angular momentum. Not acceptable for credit toward an MS in physics.
PHYS 652. Electromagnetism (3). Summer (alternate years), on demand. Electric fields and potentials, electric currents, DC circuits, magnetic fields, electric and magnetic forces, magnetic field production, magnetic induction, passive AC circuits, generation of electromagnetic waves, Maxwell’s equations, and the electromagnetic spectrum. Not acceptable for credit toward an MS in physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 651 or consent of instructor.
PHYS 653. Waves and Light (3). Summer (alternate years), on demand. General wave properties and phenomena including dispersion, interference, diffraction, and the Doppler effect; properties of light including reflection, refraction, absorption, scattering, geometric optics, wave and particle natures of light, polarization, and color; wave-particle duality of matter. Not acceptable for credit toward an MS in physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 651 or consent of instructor.
PHYS 654. Structure of Matter and Thermodynamics (3). Summer (alternate years), on demand. Atoms and molecules; subatomic particles; nuclear reactions; states of matter; properties of gases, liquids, and solids; properties of ****ls and semiconductors; entropy and the laws of thermodynamics. Not acceptable for credit toward an MS in physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 651 or consent of instructor.
PHYS 655. Astronomy and Astrophysics (3). Summer (alternate years), on demand. Naked-eye astronomy, orbital dynamics, stellar structure and evolution, galaxies, cosmology, and the history of astronomy. Not acceptable for credit toward an MS in physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 651 or consent of instructor.
PHYS 661. Labs and Demonstrations in Physics (1). Fall, Spring. Hands-on construction and exploration of physics and astronomy demonstrations and laboratory exercises with discussions of the pedagogy of demonstrations and laboratories. Subjects of labs and demonstrations will include mechanics, electromagnetism, circuits, optics, astronomy, structure of matter, and thermodynamics, though the specific demonstration and laboratory exercises will vary in each offering. Not acceptable for credit toward an MS in physics.
PHYS 681. Seminar in Physics (2). I, II. Systematic study of selected topics in physics. Oral presentation is emphasized in the research and instructional arenas. May be repeated to eight hours. Graded S/U.
PHYS 682. Special Topics in Physics (3). On demand. Seminar on subject in modern physics representing an important advance in the field or a special competence of individual staff members. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
PHYS 684. Readings in Physics (1-3). Individual registration. Special topics in specific areas of physics suited to needs of individual student. May be repeated to eight hours. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
PHYS 689. Co-operative Education in Physics (1-6). On demand. Work and study in physics in an industrial, commercial or government laboratory setting in an approved cooperative position. May be repeated to six hours. Graded S/U.
PHYS 691. Directed Research in Physics (1-6). Supervised independent research on a particular topic. Suitable for work toward paper for M.S. Plan II or M.A.T. degrees, but open to others interested in physics research. Prerequisite: PHYS 606 or at least 12 hours of 600-level physics. May be repeated to 12 hours. Graded S/U.
PHYS 694. Workshop in Physics (1-4). On demand. Topics and issues within the discipline; topics vary from term to term. Normal grading.
PHYS 695. Workshop in Physics (1-4). On demand. Topics and issues within the discipline; topics vary from term to term. Graded S/U.
PHYS 699. Thesis Research (1-12). Credit for thesis study. Enrollment in excess of nine hours is acceptable for Plan I M.S. degree, but no more than six hours may be credited toward degree. Minimum acceptable toward degree is two hours. Graded S/U.
PHYS 782. Special Topics in Physics (3). On demand. Seminar subject in modern physics representing an important advance in the field, or special competence of individual staff members. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
PHYS 784. Readings in Physics (1-3). On demand. Individual registration. Special topics in specific areas of physics suited to needs of individual student. May be repeated to nine hours. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. PHYS 799. Dissertation Research (1-12). Credit for dissertation research. Student must earn a minimum of 16 hours of credit in this course while working on the doctoral dissertation. A maximum of 30 hours may be counted toward the degree program. Graded S/U.
الجامعة الثانية:
Advanced Physics Lab
Advanced experiments in classical and modern physics are selected to accompany and to supplement graduate-level physics program courses. Repeat registration permitted.
PHY 50093
1-6 CreditsVariable Title Workshop in Physics
Workshop individually designed to provide instruction and training in specific areas of physics. S/U grading. Prerequisite: special approval.PHY 5/70095
1-3 CreditsSpecial Topics
Topic announced when scheduled. Prerequisite: special approval.PHY 50096
1-3 CreditsIndividual Investigation
Individual projects for physics program graduate students. IP permissible.PHY 5/70195
1-3 CreditsSpecial Topics
Topic announced when scheduled. Prerequisite: special approval.PHY 52500
3 CreditsPhysics of Laboratory Devices and Techniques
Physics of semiconducting devices such as diodes, transistors; laboratory techniques using temperature control, vacuum pumps; X-ray, neutron, light and electron scattering.PHY 52512
4 CreditsGeneral Electronic Instrumentation
Laboratory-based course in digital and analog electronics, computer interfacing and computer-based technique all within con**** of applications in measurements, signal-to-noise enhancement and control instrumentation. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 4 hours weekly.PHY 54291
1 CreditPlanetarium Operation and Programming
Planetarium operation, advantages and limitations. Slides, technamation, special effects and programs for K-12 grades, public and special groups. Prerequisite: special approval.PHY 54600
3 CreditsIntroduction to Biological Physics
Introduces ideas essential to physical understanding of biological systems. Topics include: introduction to molecular components of the cell; statistical mechanics and transport in biological systems; selected topics in biophysics. Prerequisite: special approval.PHY 54802
3 CreditsAstrophysics
Galactic structure, stellar formation and evolution, origin of the elements (or nucleosynthesis), nonoptical astronomies and a de******ion of various cosmological theories. Prerequisite: MATH 12003.PHY 55201
4 CreditsElectromagnetic Theory
Properties of electric and magnetic fields developed by vector methods. Treatment of static fields in vacuum and matter. Theory of classical electromagnetic fields with emphasis on dynamic fields.
PHY 55301
3 CreditsThermal Physics
An introduction to thermodynamics and statistical mechanics, with applications in material science and engineering. Prerequisite: PHY 36001.PHY 55401
3 CreditsMathematical Methods in Physics
Consolidation of vector analysis, curvilinear coordinate systems, tensors, matrix algebra, vector spaces, common groups in physics, calculus of residues, contour integration, methods for differential equations in physics; additional topics important for physics selected from special functions, integral equations, calculus of variations. Prerequisite: MATH 32052.PHY 55403
3 CreditsData Analysis and Computational Physics Techniques
Study of uncertainties in physical measurements. Data reduction and error analysis techniques. Monte Carlo simulation method. Least-squares fits to data. Basic computational physics techniques. Prerequisites: MATH 12003 and PHY 23102.PHY 55501
3 CreditsElectromagnetic Waves and Modern Optics
Interactions between light and matter from both a macroscopic and microscopic perspective; producing and controlling light; devices and spectroscopic techniques based on modern optics. Prerequisite: PHY 55201.PHY 56101
4 CreditsQuantum and Atomic Physics
Bohr theory, wave mechanics, wave packets. Applications to barriers, oscillators, hydrogen atom, multielectron atoms, X-rays, molecular spectra. At level of Eisberg-Resnick’s Quantum Physics. Prerequisite: special approval.PHY 56301
3 CreditsIntroduction to Nuclear Physics
Introduction to the concepts of nuclear physics including basic properties of the atomic nucleus, experimental techniques, nuclear models and reactions, nuclear fission and fusion, and elementary particles. Prerequisite: PHY 36001. Pre- or corequisite MATH 32052.PHY 56401
3 CreditsIntroduction to Solid State Physics
Fundamental unifying concepts and experimental techniques needed to understand thermal, electrical and optical properties of ions and electrons in solids. Special topics of current research. Prerequisite: PHY 36002.PHY 6/80091
1 CreditPhysics Seminar
Discussion of current literature or of original research in physics. Participation by students, faculty and guests. S/U grading; IP permissible.PHY 6/70093
1-6 CreditsVariable Title Workshop in Physics
Workshops individually designed to provide instruction and training in specific areas of physics. S/U grading.PHY 6/70094
1-3 CreditsCollege Teaching of Physics
Methodology of teaching in a university, college, or junior college. Includes observation of kinds of teaching and practice teaching. S/U grading; IP permissible.PHY 60098
1-15 CreditsResearch
Research or individual investigation. Credits earned may be applied toward meeting degree requirements if department approves. Repeated registration permitted. IP permissible.PHY 60199
2-6 CreditsThesis I
Thesis students must register for total of 6 hours, 2 to 6 hours in a single semester, distributed over several semesters if desired. S/U grading; IP permissible. Prerequisite: Approval of advisor.PHY 6/70295
1-3 CreditsAdvanced Topics
Selected special topics of current research interest. IP permissible. Prerequisite: special approval.PHY 60299
2 CreditsThesis II
Thesis students must continue registration each semester until all degree requirements are met. S/U grading; IP permissible. Prerequisite: PHY 60199.PHY 6/70395
1-3 CreditsAdvanced Topics
Selected special topics of current research interest. Prerequisite: special approval.PHY 6/74101
3 CreditsAdvanced Problem Solving in Physics
This course imparts advanced problem-solving skills not acquired in regular courses. Examples from four basic areas of physics (classical mechanics, electricity and magnetism, quantum mechanics and statistical physics) will be emphasized. Graduate letter grades and S/U grading. Prerequisites: PHY 6/75101, 6/75203, 6/76161, and 6/75301.PHY 6/75101
3 CreditsClassical Mechanics
Lagrange’s equations, variational principles, two-body central force problems, rigid body motion, Hamilton’s equations, canonical transformations, Hamilton-Jacobi theory, small oscillations. Prerequisite: special approval.PHY 6/75203
3 CreditsClassical Electrodynamics I
Introduction to electrostatics, boundary value problems, multipoles, electrostatics of macroscopic media, magnetostatics, time-varying fields, Maxwell’s equations, conservation laws. Prerequisite: special approval.PHY 6/75204
3 CreditsClassical Electrodynamics II
Plane electromagnetic waves, simple radiating systems, scattering, special theory of relativity, relativistic dynamics, radiation of moving charges, Bremsstrahlung. Prerequisite: PHY 6/75203.PHY 6/75301
4 CreditsStatistical Mechanics I
An introduction to statistical mechanics, including classical and quantum statistics. Derives thermodynamic quantities from a statistical viewpoint.PHY 6/76161
3 CreditsQuantum Mechanics I
Fundamental concepts of non-relativistic quantum mechanics. Solution of simple one-dimensional problems. Abstract Hilbert-space de******ion. Matrix representations. Quantum dynamics. Extension to three dimensions. Spin and orbital angular momentum. Prerequisite: special approval.PHY 6/76162
3 CreditsQuantum Mechanics II
Angular momentum theory. Symmetries and conservation laws. Application of approximation methods to realistic problems. Systems of identical particles. Scattering theory. Relativistic single-particle wave equations. Prerequisite: PHY 6/76161.PHY 6/76201
3 CreditsParticle Physics
Discussion of particle detectors, invariance principles and conservation laws, fundamental interactions, quark model of hadrons, basic concepts of field theory, the Standard Model and selected topics of current interest. Prerequisite: PHY 6/76162.PHY 6/76302
3 CreditsNuclear Physics
Theory of nuclear processes including properties of nuclear quantum states, twobody forces, nuclear structure and models, nuclear reactions and nuclear radiation physics. Prerequisite: PHY 56101.PHY 6/76401
3 CreditsSolid State Physics I
Crystalline state, with emphasis on wave propagation, zone and band theory, phonons. Applications to electrical and thermal conductivities, specific heats, optical, dielectric and magnetic properties. Prerequisite: PHY 56101 or 6/76161.PHY 6/76402
3 CreditsSolid State Physics II
Covers several topics, including conduction in ****ls, dielectric and ferroelectric properties, the origin of magnetism, phenomenological and BCS de******ions of superconductivity, elastic theory and semiconductor physics. Prerequisite: PHY 6/76401 and 6/76161.PHY 6/78401
3 CreditsLiquid Crystal Physics
The molecular structure and properties of liquid crystals and their role in biological systems and industrial applications. Prerequisite: Graduate standing in physics (PHY) or chemical physics (CPHY).PHY 75302
3 CreditsStatistical Mechanics II
Classical and quantum statistics with emphasis on Fermi and Bose systems. Introduction to approximate methods including cluster expansions and virial coefficients. Applications to critical phenomena. Prerequisite: PHY 6/75301.PHY 76163
3 CreditsQuantum Mechanics III
Second quantization and field theory formalism are developed for the many-particle system. Topics include the electron gas and nuclear matter. Prerequisite: PHY 6/76162.PHY 76303
3 CreditsAdvanced Nuclear Physics
Advanced concepts and theories of nuclear interactions. Topics include the nucleon-nucleon interaction, nuclear structure, reactions, nuclear matter and strong interactions of elementary particles. Prerequisite: PHY 6/76302 and 76163.PHY 76403
3 CreditsAdvanced Condensed Matter Physics
Advanced theories of solids, fluids, superfluids, magnetic, ferroelectric and liquid crystal systems and the experimental methods that probe them. Prerequisite: PHY 6/76402.PHY 80097
1 CreditPhysics Colloquium
Presentation by invited speakers of research and other topics on graduate level followed by discussion period. Regular attendance of all physics majors expected. Three or more meetings each semester as arranged. S/U grading; IP permissible.PHY 80098
1-15 CreditsResearch
Research or individual investigation for doctoral students who have not yet passed their candidacy exams. Credit earned may be applied toward the degree if the department approves. IP permissible. Prerequisite: Admission to doctoral study.PHY 80199
15 CreditsDissertation I
Doctoral dissertation, for which registration in at least two semesters is required, first of which will be semester in which dissertation work is begun, and continuing until the completion of 30 hours. S/U grading; IP permissible. Prerequisite: Admission to candidacy for doctoral degree and special approval.PHY 80299
1 or 15 CreditsDissertation II
Continuing registration required of doctoral students who have completed the initial 30 hours of dissertation and continuing until all degree requirements are met. S/U grading; IP permissible. Prerequisite: PHY 80199.PHY 88191
1 CreditChemical Physics Seminar
Discussions of current literature or of original research in chemical physics. Participation by students, faculty and guests. S/U grading; IP permissible.
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