Topics in Modern Physics: special theory of relativity, quantization of charge and energy, wavelike properties of particles, Schrödinger Equations, spectra of the atoms, molecular structures and spectra, quantum theory of conductors, semiconductors, the Hall effect and nuclear and particle physics. (Offered spring semester only.)

PHYS 212 General Physics II

Paul A. Tipler and Ralph A. Llewellyn, Modern Physics, 5^th edition, W. H. Freeman and Company, 2008 (ISBN: 0716775506)

Abaz Kryemadhi, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Physics

Required for physics majors.

1. Gain an understanding of the limitations of classical physics and the key experiments that lead to the development of quantum mechanics. Develop an understanding of foundations of quantum
   mechanical principles.
2. You will demonstrate a mastery of the course content at a suitable level for a modern physics course, by the end of it.
3. Develop the capacity to apply abstract ideas to tangible problems. This will enhance your critical thinking skills.
4. Develop the capacity to think scientifically, and that sometimes means accepting something based on experimental evidence, even when it is counterintuitive and become aware of God’s glory
   in that revelation.

1. Special theory of relativity
2. Quantization of charge and energy
3. Wavelike properties of particles
4. Schrödinger Equation
5. Spectra of the atoms
6. Molecular structures and spectra
7. Quantum theory of conductors
8. Semiconductors
9. Hall effect
10. Nuclear and particle physics