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Status: Active
SUNY ID: 212806
Full Title: Physics IV: Waves
Level: Lower Division (UG)
CIP: 4008 Physics

APHY 250 | Physics IV: Waves

3 credits

Waves and oscillations in optics, in classical and in quantum mechanics. An introduction to physical concepts (wave packets, normal modes, interference and diffraction) and mathematical techniques (Fourier series, transforms, complex numbers, eigenvectors). Students must complete A PHY 250 with a C or better to register for A PHY 335Z, 350/480, 450, and 460. Prerequisite(s): A PHY 235 and A PHY 240 or permission of instructor. Offered spring semester only.