PHYS 1112: Introductory Physics II

3 Credit Hours

Prerequisite: (PHYS 1111 or PHYS 2211) and (MATH 1113 or MATH 1190 or MATH 1179)
This course is an introductory algebra and trigonometry-based course on electromagnetism, optics, and modern physics. The student will be able to apply the concepts of electric field and electric potential to problems in electrostatics and with electric currents, describe the motion of charged particles in magnetic fields and induction, explain the origin of electromagnetic waves and properties of light, and understand elementary principles of special relativity and quantum physics.

Course Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:

Apply knowledge of electromagnetic fields to accurately solve real-world problems.
Accurately compare and contrast simple AC and DC circuits.
Explain the characteristics of electromagnetic waves.
Implement mathematical techniques to solve problems in optics.
Draw diagrams to visualize and describe a physical situation using concepts of electromagnetism.