PHYSICS (PHYS)
Surendra Singh, Chair of the Department, 226 Physics Building, 575-2506
PROFESSORS CHAN, GUPTA, HARTER, HOBSON, LIEBER, PEDERSON, SALAMO, SHENG, SINGH, XIAO; PROFESSORS EMERITI HUGHES, RICHARDSON, ZINKE; ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS GEA-BANACLOCHE, LACY, OLIVER, VYAS; ASSISTANT PROFESSORS FILIPKOWSKI, HENRY, STEWART, THIBADO
Requirement for B.S. Degree with a Major in Physics: The student must present a minimum of 40 semester hours in physics including PHYS 2053/2051L, 2073/2071L, 2093/2091L, 3414, 3614, 4073, 4991 and courses in one of four concentrations: Professional - 3113, 4333, and 10 semester hours above 3000 in physics or astronomy excluding courses for prospective science teachers; Optics - 3544, any 2 courses selected from 4734, 4754, and 4774, and 4 semester hours above 3000 in physics or astronomy excluding courses for prospective science teachers; Electronics - 220V (2 hours), 320V (5 hours) (typically taken in 2 or 3 semesters), 4333, 4713, and 3 semester hours above 3000 in physics or astronomy excluding courses for prospective science teachers; Computational - 3113. amd 13 semester hours including courses above 3000 in physics or astronomy (excluding courses for prospective science teachers) with up to 9 hours of advanced computer science chosen with the advisor's permission, or Math courses chosen from MATH 4153, 4353, and 4363. In addition, CSEG 2723 can be substituted for MATH 3423 with the advisor's approval. Furthermore, for all 4 of the possible concentrations the following mathematics courses are required: MATH 2554, 2564, 2574, 3404, and 3423. In addition, CHEM 1103/1101L and CHEM 1123/1121L are required.
Requirements for a B.A. Degree with a Major in Physics: For students desiring a broader program in the arts, sciences, and social sciences while majoring in physics. This program is recommended for pre-medical, pre-business, pre-law and other students planning careers in fields for which a physics education would be beneficial. This program requires a total of 124 semester hours. The student must present 24 semester hours in physics or astronomy, including PHYS 2013/2011L, 2033/2031L, 3603/3601L, 4991, and 11 semester hours chosen from PHYS 220V and any physics or astronomy courses at the 3000 level or above. The student must also present MATH 1285 (or 1203 and 1213) and 2554 (or 2043) as well as two additional courses at the 2000 level or above in mathematics, statistics or CISQ 2013. An additional 9 semester hours at the 3000 level or above must be taken from a single special emphasis area chosen with the advice of the department in this area. The special emphasis area may be chosen in any single degree-granting department of the University.
Writing Requirement: Students majoring in physics may satisfy the Fulbright College writing requirement by means of a senior thesis (PHYS 498V), honors thesis submitted in fulfillment of the requirements of the honors program (PHYS 399VH), or by means of a paper submitted as part of PHYS 4991 or any physics or astronomy course numbered 3000 or above. Students electing the last route must obtain approval of the instructor during the first three weeks of the semester. The research/analytical paper should demonstrate competency in the use of word processing software and also at least one computer analytical tool such as a spreadsheet, mathematical, or graphics program, or an original program written by the student.
Assessment of Student Learning: In accordance with State, University, and College requirements, all students must have learning assessed before graduation. Students majoring in physics will be assessed in the course PHYS 4991, which must be taken in the year prior to graduation.
Requirements for Departmental Honors in Physics: The Departmental Honors Program in Physics provides upper-division undergraduate students with an opportunity to formally participate in scholarly physics activities. Honors candidates carry out independent study and research under the guidance of the physics faculty and participate in special honors classes, seminars, and colloquia. Outstanding student achievement will be recognized by awarding the distinction "Physics Scholar Cum Laude'' at graduation. In addition to satisfying the general college requirements for the bachelor's degree with honors, an honors candidate in physics must (1) become a candidate no later than the first semester of the junior year of study, (2) enroll in honors sections of physics courses when available, (3) enroll in six hours of honors research (PHYS 399VH), (4) enroll in at least one physics honors colloquium (PHYS 3923H), (5) complete and orally defend an honors thesis based upon the project carried out in PHYS 399VH, and (6) achieve a cumulative grade-point average of 3.125 in physics. Higher degree distinctions are recommended only in truly exceptional cases and are based upon the whole of the candidate's program of honors studies. To be considered as a candidate for higher distinctions, however, a student must achieve a 3.50 cumulative grade-point average in physics and mathematics.
Requirements for a Minor in Physics: Students wishing to obtain a minor in physics must take either PHYS 2013/2011L, 2033/2031L or PHYS 2053/2051L, 2073/2071L, plus at least seven additional hours of physics courses numbered 3000 or above. A student must notify the Department of his or her intent to minor.
Physics (B.A. or B.S.) Teacher Certification Requirements:
| 1. Complete a minimum of 24 hours in primary field. |
| 2. Complete Pre-Education (ASED) minor. |
3. The following courses are specifically required for certification: HLSC 1002, Wellness Concepts, and PEAC 1621, Fitness Concepts, OR HLSC 1103, Personal Health & Safety |
| 4. Earn a "C" or better in ENGL 1013, ENGL 1023, ENGL 2003 (or ENGL 2013, or exemption by grades or test), COMM 1313, and MATH 1203 (or any higher mathematics course). |
| 5. Physics majors are encouraged to certify in a second field. |
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Courses: Physics (PHYS)
PHYS100V Projects (1-2) (FA, SP, SU) Independent study in experimental or theoretical physics for lower division undergraduate students. May be repeated for 2 hours.
PHYS1021L Physics and Human Affairs Laboratory (FA, SP, SU) Laboratory 2 hours per week. Co- or Prerequisite: PHYS 1023. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
PHYS1023 Physics and Human Affairs (FA, SP, SU) The great ideas of physics, together with their philosophical and social impact. Scientific topics include cosmology, relativity, quantum mechanics. Philosophical and social topics include methods and values of science, problems related to energy sources, and implications of modern weapons. Non-mathematical. Designed for non-science majors. Along with PHYS 1021L, can be used to satisfy a 4-year physical science requirement for a B.A. degree. Students who have received credit in PHYS 2013 and 2033, or 2053 and 2073 cannot also receive degree credit in this course. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
PHYS1040L Physics for Architects I Laboratory (FA) Corequisite: PHYS 1044.
PHYS1044 Physics for Architects I (FA) The relation between the principles of physics and the practice of building and operating structures. Topics include: The behavior of structures under various loads, the statics and dynamics of fluids, thermal storage, thermal expansion, the greenhouse effect, heat transfer, refrigeration, the energy problem, efficiency in the operation of buildings. One underlying theme is that the self-sufficiency of a building is an important part of architecture. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 2 hours per week. Corequisite: PHYS 1040L. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
PHYS1050L Physics for Architect II Laboratory (SP) Corequisite: PHYS 1054.
PHYS1054 Physics for Architects II (SP) Acoustics, electricity and magnetism, light, and environmental physics. Topics include resonance, acoustical isolation, interference, reverberation time, electrical circuiltry with emphasis on power and efficiency, electrical storage, light sources, reflection, refraction, absorption, transmission, color, astronomy (to give perspective to the use of sunlight in architecture), heat, noise, and radioactivity pollution. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 2 hours per week. Corequisite: PHYS 1050L. Prerequisite: PHYS 1044. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
PHYS2010D College Physics I Drill (FA, SU) Corequisite: PHYS 2011L and PHYS 2013.
PHYS2011L College Physics I Laboratory (FA, SU) Laboratory 2 hours per week. Corequisite: PHYS 2010D and PHYS 2013. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
PHYS2013 College Physics I (FA, SU) A non-calculus survey of the principles of physics including mechanics, heat and sound. Lecture 3 hours per week and drill (PHYS 2010D) 1 hour per week. Corequisite: PHYS 2010D and PHYS 2011L. Prerequisite: (MATH 1203 and MATH 1213) or equivalent. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
PHYS2030D College Physics II Drill (SP, SU) Corequisite: PHYS 2031L and PHYS 2033.
PHYS2031L College Physics II Laboratory (FA, SP) Laboratory 2 hours per week. Corequisite: PHYS 2030D and PHYS 2033. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
PHYS2033 College Physics II (SP, SU) Continuation of PHYS 2013. Topics include electricity and magnetism, light, relativity, quantum mechanics, atomic and nuclear structure. Lecture 3 hours, drill (PHYS 2030D) 1 hour per week. Corequisite: PHYS 2030D and PHYS 2031L. Prerequisite: PHYS 2013. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
PHYS2051L University Physics I Laboratory (FA, SP, SU) The laboratory includes a practicum component integrating it with the lecture (PHYS 2053) and meets twice a week for two hours at each meeting. Corequisite: PHYS 2053. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
PHYS2051M Honors University Physics I Laboratory (FA) The laboratory includes a practicum component integrating it with the lecture (PHYS 2053H) and meets twice a week for two hours at each meeting. Corequisite: PHYS 2053H. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
PHYS2053 University Physics I (FA, SP, SU) Introduction to the principles of mechanics, wave motion, temperature and heat, with calculus. Lecture three hours per week and practicum two hours a week (included in PHYS 2051L). Corequisite: PHYS 2051L and MATH 2554. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
PHYS2053H Honors University Physics I (FA) Introduction to the principles of mechanics, wave motion, temperature and heat, with calculus. Lecture three hours per week and practicum two hours a week (included in PHYS 2051M). Corequisite: PHYS 2051M and MATH 2554 UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
PHYS2071L University Physics II Laboratory (FA, SP, SU) The laboratory includes a practicum component integrating it with the lecture (PHYS 2073) and meets twice a week for two hours at each meeting. Corequisite: PHYS 2073. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
PHYS2071M Honors University Physics II Laboratory (SP) The laboratory including practicum meets twice a week for two hours at each meeting. Corequisite: PHYS 2073H. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
PHYS2073 University Physics II (FA, SP, SU) Continuation of PHYS 2053. Topics covered include electricity, magnetism, light and geometric optics. Lecture three hours per week and practicum two hours per week (included in PHYS 2071L). Corequisite: PHYS 2071L and MATH 2564. Prerequisite: PHYS 2053. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
PHYS2073H Honors University Physics II (SP) Continuation of PHYS 2053H. Topics covered include electricity, magnetism, light and geometric optics. Lecture three hours per week and practicum two hours per week (included in PHYS 2071M). Corequisite: PHYS 2071M and MATH 2564. Prerequisite: PHYS 2053 or PHYS 2053H. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE
PHYS2091L University Physics III Laboratory/Practicum (FA) The laboratory includes a practicum component integrating it with the lecture (PHYS 2093) meets twice a week for two hours at each meeting. Corequisite: PHYS 2093.
PHYS2093 University Physics III (FA) A continuation of PHYS 2053 and PHYS 2073. Topics include waves, physical optics, thermodynamics, kinetic theory, and an introduction to quantum mechanics. Lecture 3 hours per week and practicum 2 hours per week (included in PHYS 2091L). Corequisite: PHYS 2091L and MATH 2574. Prerequisite: PHYS 2073.
PHYS220V Introduction to Electronics I (1-18) (FA, SP, SU) Individualized, self-paced laboratory instruction in electronics requiring no previous electronics experience. Topics include basic DC and AC electronics fundamentals. May be repeated for 2 hours. Corequisite: MATH 1203 or MATH 1285 or equivalent.
PHYS306V Projects (1-3) (IR) Individual experimental or theoretical research problems for advanced undergraduates.
PHYS3113 Analytical Mechanics (SP) Newton's laws of motion applied to particles, systems of particles, and rigid bodies. Introduction to Lagrange's equations and expansions. Prerequisite: PHYS 2073 and MATH 2574.
PHYS320V Introduction to Electronics II (1-4) (FA, SP, SU) Individualized, self-paced laboratory instruction in electronics, covers topics including semiconductor devices, electronic circuits, and digital techniques. May be repeated for 4 hours. Prerequisite: PHYS 220.
PHYS3414 Electromagnetic Theory (SP) Electrostatics including dielectrics, magnetostatics and magnetic materials. Maxwell's equations, radiation theory, and wave propagation. Prerequisite: PHYS 2073 and MATH 2574.
PHYS3440L Electronics Laboratory (IR) Corequisite: PHYS 3444.
PHYS3444 Electronics (IR) Introduction to electronic components, circuits, and instruments used for measurement and control in experimental science. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 6 hours per week. Corequisite: PHYS 3440L. Prerequisite: PHYS 2073.
PHYS3540L Optics Laboratory (FA) Corequisite: PHYS 3544.
PHYS3544 Optics (FA) Elements of geometrical, physical, and quantum optics. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: PHYS 2073 or MATH 2564.
PHYS3601L Modern Physics Laboratory (FA, SP, SU) Experiments illustrating the development and concepts of modern physics. No credit given toward a B.S. major in physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 3603.
PHYS3603 Introduction to Modern Physics (FA, SP, SU) An introduction to the basic ideas of 20th century physics, with an emphasis on those that form the foundations of modern technology: quantum theory and its application to atomic, nuclear, optical and condensed matter physics. No credit is given toward a B.S. degree in physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 2033 and (MATH 2043 or MATH 2554).
PHYS3614 Modern Physics (FA, SP, SU) Introduction to special relativity, statistical physics, quatum physics, and a survey of nuclear and particle physics. Review of thermal radiation, photons, and wave mechanics.
PHYS3923H Honors Colloquium (IR) Covers a special topic or issue, offered as part of the honors program. No more than 3 hours may be offered toward fulfillment of the requirements for the B.S. or B.A. degree in Physics. May be repeated. Prerequisite: honors candidacy (not restricted to candidacy in physics).
PHYS399VH Honors (1-6) (FA, SP, SU) Independent study for physics students enrolled in the honors program. Prerequisite: junior standing.
PHYS400V Laboratory and Classroom Practices in Physics (1-3) (FA, SP, SU) The pedagogy of curricular materials. Laboratory and demonstration techniques illustrating fundamental concepts acquired through participation in the classroom as an apprentice teacher. Prerequisite: PHYS 3114 and PHYS 3414.
PHYS4073 Introduction to Quantum Mechanics (FA) A survey of quantum mechanics from the wave mechanical point of view. Required course for B.S. Physics majors. Prerequisite: PHYS 3614 and MATH 3404
PHYS4103 Physics in Perspective (SP, Odd years) Human implications of physics, including life's place in the universe, the methods of science, human sense perceptions, energy utilization, social impacts of technology, and the effect of physics on modern world views. No credit given toward a B.S. major in physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 3603 or PHYS 3614.
PHYS4113 Physics in Perspective (SP, Odd years) Human implications of physics, including life's place in the universe, the methods of science, human sense perceptions, energy utilization, social impacts of technology, and the effect of physics on modern world views. Credit allowed for only one of PHYS 4113 or PHYS 4103. Prerequisite: PHYS 3614.
PHYS4203 Physics of Devices (SP, Even years) Principles of physics applied in a selection of technologically important devices in areas including computing, communications, medical imaging, lasers, and energy utilization. Students will utilize technical journals. No credit given toward a B.S. major in physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 3603 or PHYS 3614.
PHYS4213 Physics of Devices (SP, Even years) Principles of physics applied in a selection of technologically important devices in areas including computing, communications, medical imaging, lasers, and energy utilization. Students will utilitize technical journals. Credit allowed for only one of PHYS 4203 or PHYS 4213. Prerequisite: PHYS 3614.
PHYS4333 Thermal Physics (SP, Even years) Equilibrium thermodynamics, statistical physics, and kinetic energy. Prerequisite: PHYS 3614.
PHYS4503 Plasma Physics (IR) The theory of ionized gases from microscopic (kinetic theory) and the macroscopic (magnetohydrodynamic) viewpoints, with application to controlled fusion, energy conversion and astrophysics. Prerequisite: PHYS 3414 or ELEG 3703.
PHYS4603 Nuclear Physics (IR) Nuclear particles, reactions, and properties. Accelerators and detectors of particles. Prerequisite: PHYS 3614.
PHYS462VL Modern Physics Laboratory (1-3) (FA) Advanced experiments, projects, and techniques in atomic, nuclear, and solid state physics.
PHYS4703 Elementary Particles (IR) The nature and properties of elementary particles and resonances, and their interactions and decays. Phenomenological theory and experimental evidence will be discussed. Necessary concepts in quantum mechanics and nuclear physics will be developed. Prerequisite: PHYS 3614.
PHYS4713 Solid State Physics (SP) Crystal structure, diffraction and symmetry. Lattice vibrations, elasticity and optical properties. Electronic structure, band theory, transport and magnetism. Course emphasizes applications and current topics in semiconductors, optics and magnetism. Corequisite: PHYS 3414 and PHYS 4333. Prerequisite: PHYS 3614.
PHYS4734 Introduction to Laser Physics (SP) Theory of laser operation, laser resonators, propagation of laser beam, specific lasers such as gas, solid state, semiconductor, and chemical lasers, laser applications. Prerequisite or Corequisite: PHYS 3414, PHYS 3544.
PHYS4754 Introduction to Nonlinear Optics (SP) Nonlinear harmonic oscillators, electromagnetic wave propagation in anisotropic media, harmonic generation, parametric amplification and oscillators, electro-optic and acousto-optic effects, phase conjugation, phorefraction and applications. Prerequisite or Corequisite: PHYS 3414 and PHYS 3544.
PHYS4774 Introduction to Optical Properties of Materials (SP) A laboratory based course on crystals, light scattering, Raman and Brillouin scattering, phonons, semiconductors and quantum wells. Prerequisite: PHYS 3414 and PHYS 3544.
PHYS4803 Mathematical Physics (IR) Development of mathematics used in advanced physics, including tensors, matrices, group theory, special functions and operators. Prerequisite: MATH 2574.
PHYS498V Senior Thesis (1-6) (FA, SP, SU)
PHYS4991 Physics Senior Seminar (FA, SP, SU) Student mastery of the principles of physics are assessed by means of research paper writing and an examination chosen by the faculty. The research paper may be used to satisfy the Fulbright College writing requirement. (Required of all B.S. and B.A. physics majors in their last year.)
PHYS5000 Colloquium (FA, SP, SU) Members of the faculty and graduate students meet weekly to hear and discuss reports of current research.
PHYS501V Seminar (1-3) (FA, SP, SU) Regular informal discussions of research reported in journals and monographs.
PHYS502V Individual Study in Advanced Physics (1-3) (FA, SP) Guided study in current literature.
PHYS5033 Introduction to Theoretical Physics (FA) Accelerated course on mechanics and electromagnetic theory. Topics in mechanics include Newton's laws, variational principles and Lagrange's equations, Hamilton's equations, rigid body motion, and small vibrations. Topics in electromagnetism include electrostatics, Maxwell's equations, radiation theory, wave propagation, and applications. Prerequisite: graduate standing.
PHYS5054 Advanced Modern Physics I (FA, SP) The principal theorectical and experimental aspects of modern physics, including special relativity, quantum theory, atomic structure and spectra, solid state, nuclear and elementary particle physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 3114 and PHYS 3414.
PHYS5064 Advanced Modern Physics II (FA, SP) The principal theorectical and experimental aspects of modern physics, including special relativity, quantum theory, atomic structure and spectra, solid state, nuclear and elementary particle physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 3114 and PHYS 3414.
PHYS5073 Mathematical Methods of Physics I (FA) Applications of complex variables, differential equations, special functions, Green's functions, and matrix analysis to problems in physics. Introduction to numerical and statistical techniques used in physics research. (Same as MATH 5073) Prerequisite: MATH 3423.
PHYS5083 Mathematical Methods of Physics II (SP) Applications of matrices, tensors, and linear vector spaces to problems in physics. Introduction to groups and their representations, and symmetry principles in modern physics. (Same as MATH 5083) Prerequisite: PHYS 5073 or MATH 5073.
PHYS5103 Advanced Mechanics (SP) Dynamics of particles and rigid bodies. Hamilton's equations and canonical variables. Canonical transformations. Small oscillations. Prerequisite: PHYS 5033 and PHYS 5073.
PHYS5213 Statistical Mechanics (FA) Classical and quantum mechanical statistical theories of matter and radiation. Prerequisite: PHYS 4333 and PHYS 5064.
PHYS5313 Advanced Electromagnetic Theory I (FA) Electrostatics, magnetostatics, Maxwell's equations, plane waves, waveguides, cavities, radiating systems, special relativity. Prerequisite: PHYS 5033 and PHYS 5073.
PHYS5323 Advanced Electromagnetic Theory II (SP) Electrostatic boundary value problems, multiples, relativistic electrodynamics, MHD and plasma physics, radiation by moving charges. Prerequisite: PHYS 5313.
PHYS5413 Quantum Mechanics I (FA) Non-relativistic quantum mechanics; the Schrodinger equation; the Heisenberg matrix representation; operator formalism; transformation theory; spinors and Paull theory; the Dirac equation; applications to atoms and molecules, collision theory, semiclassical theory of radiation. Prerequisite: PHYS 5064.
PHYS5423 Quantum Mechanics II (SP) Non-relativistic quantum mechanics; the Schrodinger equation; the Heisenberg matrix representation; operator formalism; transformation theory; spinors and Paull theory; the Dirac equation; applications to atoms and molecules, collision theory, semiclassical theory of radiation. Prerequisite: PHYS 5064 and PHYS 5413.
PHYS5513 Atomic and Molecular Physics (SP, Even years) Survey of atomic and molecula physics with emphasis on the electronic structure and spectroscopy on 1 and 2 electron atoms, and diatomic molecules. Includes fine and hypefine structure. Zeeman and Stark mixing of states, collision phenomena, radiative lifetimes, and experimental techniques. Prerequisite: PHYS 5054.
PHYS5523 Theory of Relativity (IR) Conceptual and mathematical structure of the special and general theories of relativity with selected applications. Critical analysis of Newtonian mechanics; relativistic mechanics and electrodynamics; tensor analysis; continuous media; and gravitational theory. Prerequisite: PHYS 5103 and PHYS 5323.
PHYS5613 Laser Physics (SP) Principles of laser operation and laser cavity design, emphasizing common specific systems such as solid state, gas, and dye lasers. Techniques for measuring laser characteristics and a variety of laser applications such as communications systems, high resolution spectroscopy, and interactions with solids. Laboratory experience is included. Prerequisite: PHYS 5054.
PHYS562VL Laser Physics Laboratory (1-3) (SP) Advanced experiments in laser operation and cavity design emphasizing common specific systems such as solid state, gas, and dye lasers. Prerequisite: PHYS 5054.
PHYS5633 Applied Nonlinear Optics (FA, Even years) Topics include linear optics, second harmonic generation, electro-optic and photoelastic effects, parametric amplification and oscillation, propagation-modulation- oscillation in optical dielectric waveguides, stimulated Raman and Brillouin scattering, and other types of nonlinear spectroscopy which are finding current practical application in industry. Prerequisite: PHYS 5054 and graduate standing.
PHYS5643 Laser Spectroscopy (IR) Discussion of modern spectroscopic techniques using lasers. Interaction of radiation with matter, including emission and absorption, spontaneous and stimulated emission, scattering of radiation and 2-photon, saturation, stimulated Raman, optic-acoustic and other timely spectroscopic techniques. Emphasis will also be placed on the experimental considerations. Prerequisite: PHYS 5054.
PHYS565VL Nonlinear Optics Laboratory (1-3) (FA) Advanced experiments in nonlinear optical systems, design and analysis. Emphasizes common system such as second harmonic generation, parametric oscillation, acoustic-optic deflection, photorefractive devices, and bistable devices. Prerequisite: PHYS 5054.
PHYS5713 Solid State Physics (SP, Odd years) Crystalline structure, lattice dynamics. Debye theory, electron theory of metals, band theory of solids, superconductivity, and magnetism. Prerequisite: PHYS 5054.
PHYS5723 Optical Properties of Solids (FA, Odd years) Optical absorption, radiative and nonradiative transitions, processes involving coherent radiation including Raman and Brilloun scattering, and polarization effects with emphasis on optical properties of semiconductors and optically important insulators. Prerequisite: PHYS 5064.
PHYS588V Selected Topics in Experimental Physics (1-3) (IR)
PHYS590V Master of Arts Research (1-6) (FA, SP, SU)
PHYS600V Master of Science Thesis (1-6) (FA, SP, SU)
PHYS6413 Advanced Quantum Theory I (SP, Even years) Second quantization, with applications to quantizing electromagnetic fields and to many-body theory. Introduction to Feynman diagrams. Prerequisite: PHYS 5423.
PHYS6423 Advanced Quantum Theory II (SP, Odd years) relativistic quantum mechanics. Introduction to quantum electrodynamics and quantum field theory, renormalization theory. Prerequisite: PHYS 6413.
PHYS6513 Advanced Atomic and Molecular Physics (FA, IR) Applications of quantum mechanics to problems in atomic and molecular physics, including collision phenomena, spectra, lifetimes of excited state and energy level calculations. Prerequisite: PHYS 5423.
PHYS6613 Quantum Optics (FA, Odd years) Properties of light and its interaction with atoms, particular attention given to the laser and recent experiments. Classical theory of resonance; Optical Bloch Eqs.; 2 level atoms in steady fields; pulse propagation; semiclassical theory of the laser, coherent states and coherent functions; gas, solid, and dye lasers; photon echoes and superradiance; quantum electrodynamics and spontaneous emission. Prerequisite: PHYS 5413 or equivalent.
PHYS6623 Optical Coherence Theory (FA, Even years) Diffraction theory and optical imaging systems, with emphasis on coherent versus incoherent imaging from the viewpoint of Fourier optics. Special attention is given to the coherent optical techniques made possible with the laser. Prerequisite: PHYS 5323.
PHYS6713 Advanced Solid State Theory (IR) Quantum mechanical approach to the theory of solids, including such topics as group theory, crystalline field theory, electron-photon interactions, band theory of solids, transport phenomena, superconductivity, and magnetic properties of solids. Prerequisite: PHYS 5713 and PHYS 5413.
PHYS6813 Advanced Nuclear Theory (IR) Two nucleon system, nuclear models, nuclear reactions and disintegrations of nuclei. Prerequisite: PHYS 5413.
PHYS688V Selected Topics in Theoretical Physics (1-3) (FA, SP, SU)
PHYS700V Doctoral Dissertation (1-18) (FA, SP, SU)