PHYSICS PHYSICS. 182 Courses of Instruction Physics

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1 182 Courses of Instruction Physics PHYSICS Chairperson: Ian T. Durham Professor: David V. Guerra; Associate Professor: Ian T. Durham, Assistant Professor: Jeffrey W. Schnick; Laboratory Instructor: Kathleen Shartzer. The ideas of physics have a profound significance for anyone who would think about nature and its intelligibility. The department offers a sequence of courses that provides an opportunity for students to study the models, theories, and laws that have been developed in an attempt to describe the physical universe. In addition to serving the general liberal arts education, the department offers majors in physics, applied physics, and engineering physics (3-2 engineering program). The department also offers minors in physics and engineering science. PHYSICS The Physics major consists of the following required courses: PS Classical Physics I & II PS231 Modern Physics PS242 Dynamics PS346 Thermodynamics PS380 Electricity and Magnetism PS383 Quantum Mechanics PS386 Mathematical Methods of Physics PS449* Topics in Physics PS Independent Research I & II (taken in senior year) MA Calculus with Analytic Geometry I & II MA210 Calculus III MA220 Vector Analysis and Differential Equations MA310 Linear Analysis * In the past, this course has included such topics as Laser Physics, Modern Astrophysics, General Relativity, History of Physics, Quantum Cryptography, and Elementary Particle Physics. This is a zero-credit course but is a prerequisite to PS452. Freshman Year Humanities I Humanities II English 103 English 104 Mathematics 170 Mathematics 180 Physics 131 Physics 132

2 Courses of Instruction Physics 183 Sophomore Year Humanities III Humanities IV Philosophy/Theology Philosophy/Theology Physics 231 Physics 242 Mathematics 210 Mathematics 220 Junior Year Philosophy/Theology Philosophy/Theology Physics 380 Physics 346 Mathematics 310 Physics 383 Physics 386 Senior Year Philosophy/Theology Philosophy/Theology Physics 449 Physics 452 Physics 451 PHYSICS MINOR This minor provides a foundation in physics. Students are introduced to the science through the foundational courses in Newtonian Physics, Fluid Dynamics, and Thermodynamics, Electromagnetism, Optics, Relativity, and Quantum Mechanics. Students then must choose three intermediate level courses to become familiar with the analytical methods used physics. Required Foundational Courses: 1. PS131: Classical Physics I 2. PS132: Classical Physics II 3. PS231: Modern Physics Select three courses from the following: PS242: Dynamics, PS346: Thermodynamic, PS380: Electricity and Magnetism, PS383: Quantum Mechanics, PS386: Mathematical Methods of Physic PS449: Topics in Physics Prerequisites: Many of the courses listed for this minor require prerequisites in the Mathematics Department. Please check the catalogue for details Engineering Science Minor: This minor provides a foundation in Engineering Science. Students are introduced to the physics background of engineering through two foundational courses, Classical Physics I (Newtonian Physics, Fluid, and Thermodynamics) and Classical Physics II (Electromagnetism and Optics).

3 184 Courses of Instruction Physics All students in the minor must take Dynamics, which is an intermediate level course in the application of Newton s Laws to engineering systems. Students then must choose three intermediate level courses to become familiar with the analytical methods used in different types of engineering. Required Foundational Courses: PS131: Classical Physics I PS132: Classical Physics II PS 242: Dynamics Select three courses from the following: PS231: Modern Physics PS241: Statics PS243: Strength of Materials PS346: Electrical Circuits PS346: Thermodynamics PS347: Fluid Dynamics Prerequisites: Many of the courses listed for this minor require prerequisites in the Mathematics Department. Please check the catalogue for details APPLIED PHYSICS The Applied Physics major consists of (a) ten course foundation, which provides a firm grounding in the concepts and procedures of physics; (b) a choice of four technical electives that allows students to focus their studies on a particular aspect of the science; and (c) an optional research course. The ten course foundation consists of: PS131, 132, 231, 242; MA , 210, 220, 310; and CS111. The four technical electives must be chosen, in consultation with the student s departmental advisor, from any physics courses with a number above 240 or from the following list of courses offered by other departments: CH130, CH131, CH280, CH281, and CS112. Freshman Year Humanities I Humanities II Freshman English 103 Freshman English 104 Mathematics 170 Mathematics 180 Physics 131 Physics 132 Sophomore Year Humanities III Humanities IV Philosophy/Theology Philosophy/Theology Physics 231 Mathematics 210 Mathematics 220

4 Courses of Instruction Physics 185 Junior Year Philosophy/Theology Philosophy/Theology Comp. Sci. 111 Technical Mathematics 310 Physics 242 Technical Senior Year Philosophy/Theology Philosophy/Theology Technical Technical Research/ PHYSICS (TEACHER CERTIFICATION IN PHYSICS) A program of studies in physics, which meets the requirements of the State of New Hampshire Department of Education for teacher certification (grades 7 12) is offered. Interested students should consult with the department of education for specific requirements. ENGINEERING PHYSICS (3-2 ENGINEERING PROGRAM) Saint Anselm College offers a five-year liberal arts and engineering program in cooperation with several universities. The student spends three years at Saint Anselm College following the liberal arts curriculum and the science and mathematics prerequisites for engineering. In an additional two years, at the cooperating university chosen by the student, the remaining engineering requirements are fulfilled. Under this arrangement, the student receives the Bachelor of Arts degree from Saint Anselm College with a major in Engineering Physics. Following fulfillment of the requirements for graduation and, upon successful completion of the fifth year, the student then receives an engineering degree from the partnering university s school of engineering. Official partnerships exist with the University of Notre Dame (South Bend, IN); the University of Massachusetts-Lowell (Lowell, MA); the Catholic University of America (Washington, D.C.); and Manhattan College (Riverdale, New York). In consultation with the Dean of Students and their advisors, students may also pursue completion of the program with a nonofficial partner school. In such cases, admission to the partner institution is not guaranteed since no official agreement is in place between the schools. Recent graduates have successfully completed the engineering program with Worcester Polytechnic Institute (Worcester, MA), Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (Troy, NY), and Wentworth Institute of Technology (Boston, MA). Freshman Year Humanities I Humanities II Freshman English 103 Freshman English 104 Mathematics 170 Mathematics 180 Physics 131 Physics 132

5 186 Courses of Instruction Physics Sophomore Year Humanities III Humanities IV Philosophy/Theology Philosophy/Theology Mathematics/Chemistry Mathematics/Chemistry Engineering Engineering Junior Year Program varies with the choice of engineering disciplines. For details, contact the Physics Department chairperson. MINOR IN PHYSICS This minor provides a foundation in physics. Students are introduced to the science through the foundational courses in Newtonian Physics, Fluid Dynamics, and Thermodynamics, Electromagnetism, Optics, Relativity, and Quantum Mechanics. Students then must choose three intermediate level courses to become familiar with the analytical methods used physics. Foundational Courses: 1. PS131: Classical Physics I 2. PS132: Classical Physics II 3. PS231: Modern Physics Choose three of the following Physics courses: PS242: Dynamics, PS346: Thermodynamic, PS380: Electricity and Magnetism, PS383: Quantum Mechanics, PS386: Mathematical Methods of Physic PS449: Topics in Physics Prerequisites: Many of the courses listed for this minor require prerequisites in the Mathematics Department. Please check the catalogue for details MINOR IN ENGINEERING SCIENCE This minor provides a foundation in Engineering Science. Students are introduced to the physics background of engineering through two foundational courses, Classical Physics I (Newtonian Physics, Fluid, and Thermodynamics) and Classical Physics II (Electromagnetism and Optics). All students in the minor must take Dynamics, which is an intermediate level course in the application of Newton s Laws to engineering systems. Students then must choose three intermediate level courses to become familiar with the analytical methods used in different types of engineering. Foundational Courses: 1. PS131: Classical Physics I 2. PS132: Classical Physics II 3. PS242: Dynamics,

6 Courses of Instruction Physics 187 Choose three of the following courses PS231: Modern Physics PS241: Statics PS243: Strength of Materials PS346: Electrical Circuits PS346: Thermodynamics PS347: Fluid Dynamics Prerequisites: Many of the courses listed for this minor require prerequisites in the Mathematics Department. Please check the catalogue for details 101 Astronomy An introduction to the current understanding of the universe combined with an observational component which involves familiarization with the night sky and telescopic observation of the moon, planets, stars, star clusters, nebulae, and galaxies. 102 Geology An introduction to physical geology with emphasis on three topics: (1) the origin, classification, and identification of minerals, rocks, and related structures; (2) plate tectonics; and (3) processes that shape the earths surface. The course does not have a separate laboratory component but some class time is used for hands-on familiarization with rock and mineral samples as well as topological map reading exercises. The course also includes one or more field trips for the investigation of local geological features. 103 Meteorology An introduction to the physical principles that are used to understand the mechanisms that control the Earth s atmosphere. Topics covered will include: the Earth s Heat Budget, the Hydrologic Cycle, Atmospheric Stability, Cloud Formation, Global Circulation Patterns, Wave Cyclone Theory, and climate Change Theories. The class will also provide insight into understanding the fundamental science behind issues such as global climate change, stratospheric ozone depletion, acid rain, and air pollution. 104 Forensic Physics This is a one-semester course that looks at the application of physics to forensics. Topics covered include, but are not limited to, ballistics, blood spatter analysis, vehicular accidents, radiation monitoring and exposure, acoustic forensics, and combustion. This is an optional course for the Forensic Science Certificate Conceptual Physics I II A conceptual physics course offered to non-science majors. The mathematical knowledge necessary for the course is studied and reviewed as required. This course can be used to fulfill the general College requirement of a freshman science for non-science majors. Three hours of lecture a week and two hours of laboratory each week for two semesters. Four credits, each semester.

7 188 Courses of Instruction Physics General Physics I II An introductory physics course on of the phenomena and fundamentals of mechanics, waves, heat, electricity, magnetism, light, the atom, the nucleus, and special relativity. Some knowledge of algebra, plane geometry, and elementary trigonometry required. Calculus is not required. This course fulfills the physics requirement of students majoring in Biology and Natural Science. Three hours of lecture, one hour of recitation, and two and one-half hours of laboratory each week for two semesters. Five credits, each semester Classical Physics I-II An introductory physics course on the phenomena of mechanics, waves, heat, electricity, magnetism, and optics at a level more sophisticated than General Physics, since the emphasis is more theoretical and calculus is used as a tool. This course fulfills the physics requirement of students majoring in Physics, Chemistry, Applied Physics, and Engineering Physics (3-2 students) Three hours of lecture, one hour of recitation, and two and one-half hours of laboratory each week for two semesters. Five credits, each semester. Co-requisite: Mathematics or equivalent. 231 Modern Physics A one-semester course that naturally follows the two-semester Classical Physics sequence. Topics include special relativity, quantum mechanics, atomic structure, nuclear structure and reactions, and statistical physics. Prerequisite: Physics or permission of the instructor. 241 Statics A study of rigid-body mechanics that provides a foundation for the design and analysis of structural and mechanical systems. Topics covered include force vectors, structural analysis, internal forces, and moments of inertia. Prerequisite: Physics or permission of the instructor. 242 Dynamics A study of Newtonian mechanics applied to the motion of particles, systems, and rigid bodies. Topics covered include analysis in several coordinate systems, conservation laws, rigid-body analysis, and engineering concepts of dynamics. Prerequisite: Physics or permission of the instructor. 243 Strength of Materials This standard course in the engineering area is referred to alternately as mechanics of solids, mechanics of materials, or strength of materials. Topics

8 Courses of Instruction Physics 189 covered include stress analysis, strain, the Mohr circle, yield and failure criteria, torsion, and bending of beams. Prerequisite: Physics 241 or permission of the instructor. 245 Electrical Circuits This is an intermediate level course in the analysis of electrical circuits, devices, and systems. The course utilizes differential equations and other techniques to analyze circuits, including those with operational amplifiers and other active and passive elements. The course includes a laboratory and providing the basis for continued study in physics and electrical engineering. Three hours of lecture, one hour of recitation, and three hours of laboratory, each week. Five credits. Prerequisite: Physics or permission of the instructor. 346 Thermodynamics This is an intermediate level course in Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics. The course studies the laws and fundamental assumptions of thermodynamics and statistical physics, providing the framework for studies of entropy, thermodynamic cycles, and other such processes. Prerequisite: Physics or permission of the instructor. 347 Fluid Dynamics This is an intermediate level course in Fluid Dynamics. The laws of mechanics and those for conservative quantities are used to analyze fluids at rest and in motion. Concepts such as; Bernoulli s law; the continuity equation; dimensional analysis; viscous flow; and boundary-layer theory; will be discussed. Prerequisites: PS131 and MA Electricity and Magnetism This is an intermediate level course in Electromagnetism. The course is focused on the application of mathematics at a level of differential equation to the investigation of electromagnetic phenomena. Topics such as electroand magneto-statics, Maxwell s equations, waveguides, radiation patterns, and antenna design will be discussed. Three hours of lecture and one hour of recitation, each week. Four credits. Prerequisites: PS132 and MA Quantum Mechanics This is a one-semester course for students in the physical sciences, mathematics, and computing that introduces the modern formalism and phenomenology of quantum physics. It begins with a review of linear algebra before introducing the basic postulates of quantum mechanics.

9 190 Courses of Instruction Physics These postulates are used to discuss a diverse range of topics including but not limited to the hydrogen atom, Schrödinger s equation, Bell s theorem, and quantum computing. Three hours of lecture and one hour of recitation, each week. Four credits. Prerequisites: PS (required), PS231 (recommended); or permission of instructor. Note: PS may be used in place of PS if the student has also taken or is planning to concurrently take MA Mathematical Methods of Physics This course is a discussion of mathematical methods with emphasis on their applications to physics. The topics covered include: complex numbers, complex algebra, Fourier series, integral transforms, and group theory. Three hours of lecture and one hour of recitation, each week. Four credits. Prerequisite: MA310 Linear Analysis and PH242 Dynamics or permission of the instructor. 400 Independent Study Qualified students may study a topic with a professor in the department. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor and completion of required forms in the Office of the Registrar. 449 Topics in Physics This course will consist of a detailed investigation of a topic important to contemporary physics. The topic will be chosen by the department for its relevance to current research in physics and its accessibility to students. Prerequisite: Physics and permission of the instructor. 451 Independent Research in Physics I The student plans a research project and conducts library research under the direction of a faculty advisor. This course is recommended for Applied Physics majors and required for Physics majors. Open to qualified students in other majors with the permission of both department chairpersons. This course carries no credit, but is a prerequisite for Independent Research in Physics II. Prerequisite: Permission of the department chairperson. 452 Independent Research in Physics II The student conducts research under the direction of a faculty advisor. The student presents an oral report to students and faculty, writes a thesis describing his/her research, and may be required to present the results in poster presentations. This course is recommended for Applied Physics majors and required for Physics majors. Open to qualified students in other majors with the permission of both department chairpersons. Successful completion of this course earns three credits. Prerequisite: Independent Research in Physics I and permission of the instructor.

10 Courses of Instruction Physics Physics Internship Qualified students may be offered the opportunity to develop an internship experience relevant to their academic goals. PS475 and PS476 are each typically the equivalent of one academic course. Students may not register for PS476 alone; it is be taken in conjunction with PS475. Students will earn a letter grade for PS475 and PS476 will be graded on a pass/fail basis.