PHY3063: HONORS MODERN PHYSICS
In the first part, the course will introduce students to the foundations of modern physics, namely
relativity, quantum mechanics and statistical physics. In the second part, applications of the
concepts will be presented in various areas of solid-state, nuclear, and particle physics, with
additional extensions to astrophysics and biological physics.
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| Day(s) |
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Room |
Times |
| Tuesday, Thursday |
Lecture |
1011 NPB |
Periods 2 and 3
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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| Thursday, May 3rd |
Final Exam |
1011 NPB |
Period 3B: 10 AM - 12 PM
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| H. Ray |
Office Hours |
2237 NPB |
T, H: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
REQUIRED TEXTBOOK
The required text for this course is Modern Physics (5th edition), by Paul A. Tipler and Ralph A. Llewellyn (W.H. Freeman & Co., New York, 2009). However, there aren't many differences between the 5th and 4th edition, and you're welcome to use either - just be forewarned that some problems/material may be different. Past instructors have found these textbooks in general to be rife with errors and misprints. I will do my best to point these out as we proceed through the semester.
ADDITIONAL TEXTBOOK
There are two main textbooks for modern physics at the college level. The first is our required text. The second is Modern Physics for Scientists and Engineers (2nd edition), by Taylor, Zafiratos, and Dubson. I will draw heavily from this second text to supplement material in our book and our lectures. This second text often provides derivations missing from our book, while our book expands topics found in the TZD book.
ATTENDANCE
Attendance in class is definitely expected since material outside the textbook may be presented.
You are responsible for all material covered in the text and in class. All of this material is
relevant for any examination and quiz, unless otherwise stated.
