Physics and Astronomy - Course Details
PHYS342: Modern Physics (PAST/FUTURE SEMESTER)
Offering:
Fall, Spring, Class 3, cr. 3
Prerequisites:
PHYS 241 or 272(H)
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Description:
Modern physics is the physics of extremes. From systems at the extremely small (atoms, nuclei,
fundamental particles) to the extremely large (the Universe). From systems of the extremely fast
(relativity) and extremely massive (neutron stars, black holes), to systems of the extremely hot
(thermonuclear reactions) and extremely cold (superconductivity). This is the physics course you
have been waiting for.
Instructor(s):
CAFFEE, MARC
Email:
mcaffee@purdue.edu
Textbook(s) for Fall 2009
| Title | Author | Edition | ISBN | Publisher | Req/Opt | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Six Ideas That Shaped Physics: Unit Q: Particles Behave Like Waves | Thomas Moore | 2nd | 0-07-239713-6 | McGraw-Hill | Optional | |
| Six Ideas That Shaped Physics: Unit R: The Laws of Physics are Frame-Independent (Relativity) | Thomas Moore | Latest | 007-239714-4 | McGraw-Hill | Optional |
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