PHYS 186 - College Physics II

Maxwell’s synthesis of electricity and magnetism in the mid-nineteenth century led to unexpected knowledge about the nature of light. It opened the door to a whole new world view developed by twentieth century physicists and paved the way for the technological revolution that characterizes modern life. Students will make extensive use of algebra and trigonometry in applying the fundamental laws of classical physics to real-world problems, and will explore the physicist’s approach to inquiry through laboratory investigations.

Prerequisite: PHYS 185 with grade of “C” or higher.
Credits: 4 hours
When Offered: (offered fall, spring)
NOTE: General Honors Course.
NOTE: This course fulfills the Scientific: Physical Science Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.