616 College of Science PHYS 3540 - Mechanical and Electromagnetic Waves Credits: (3) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] Periodic motions, free and forced vibrations; resonance; normal modes; dispersion; boundary conditions; electromagnetic waves and light; the Fresnel equations; electromagnetic radiation from accelerating charges. Prerequisite: PHYS 3500 , PHYS 3510 . PHYS 3570 - Foundations of Science Education Credits: (3) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] A thorough investigation of research in science learning and curricular standards at the state and national levels. Foundations of the philosophy of science and scientific inquiry as applicable to science teaching at the secondary level. This course serves as a foundation to apreservice science teacher's education coursework. PHYS 3710 - Nuclear and Particle Physics Credits: (3) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] Nuclear structure and nuclear reactions including radioactive decay, fission, and fusion, with selected applications. The standard model of elementary particles and interactions. Collider experiments and their interpretation in terms of Feynman diagrams. Topics of current research at the high- energy frontier. Prerequisite: PHYS 2710 . PHYS 4200 - The Physics of Materials Credits: (3) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] even years An introduction to the modern theory of condensed matter. Emphasis is placed on the structural, electrical, and thermal properties of solids, with particular attention to materials of current research interest. Prerequisite: (May also be taken concurrently): PHYS 2710 , PHYS 3180 , CHEM 1220 . PHYS 4400 - Advanced Physics Laboratory Credits: (2) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] Advanced experiments in mechanics, electromagnetism, modern physics, and nuclear physics. This course also covers general laboratory practice, data analysis, and error propagation. Four hours of lab per week. Four hours of lab per week. Prerequisite: PHYS 2220 ; either PHYS 3190 or PHYS 3410. PHYS 4410 - Materials Characterization Laboratory Credits: (2) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] A series of experiments for advanced students employing modern methods of measurement of properties of materials. The course will teach microscopic and spectroscopic techniques and general laboratory practice, data analysis, and error propagation. Four hours of lab per week. Prerequisite: PHYS 2220 and PHYS 3410 . PHYS 4570 - Secondary School Science Teaching Methods Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Acquaintance and practice with various teaching and assessment methods. Development of science curricula including lesson and unit plans. It is recommended that this course be completed immediately before student teaching. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. PHYS 4610 - Quantum Mechanics Credits: (3) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] Wave-particle duality, Schrodinger equation, wave function, quantization rules, one-dimensional motion, one-electron atoms, spin and orbital angular momentum. Prerequisite: PHYS 2710, MATH 2270. Co-Requisite: PHYS 3500; MATH 3710. PHYS 4620 - Advanced Quantum Mechanics Credits: (3) Approximation methods and other selected topics in pure and applied quantum mechanics. Prerequisite: PHYS 4610 . PHYS 4800 - Individual Research Problems Credits: (1-3) Time and credit to be arranged. Open to qualified students for one or more semesters. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Cross-listed with ASTR 4800 . May be repeated up to 10 times. PHYS 4830 - Readings in Physics/Astronomy Credits: (1-3) Topics which can be studied include (but are not limited to): mechanics, thermodynamics, kinetic theory, statistical mechanics, electronics, electromagnetism, optics, solid- state physics, modern physics, nuclear physics, relativity, cosmology, and astrophysics. These courses may be taken at any time on a personalized basis. Time and credit to be arranged. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Cross-listed with ASTR 4830 . May be repeated up to 10 times. PHYS 4890 - Cooperative Work Experience Credits: (1-6) A continuation of PHYS 2890 . Open to all students. PHYS 4920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs Credits: (1-4) Consult the class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. Weber State University 2014-2015 Catalog