PHY 222 - University Physics II

Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Credits: 4

Description: This course is a continuation of calculus based treatment of the following topics: thermodynamics, kinetic theory of gases, electricity and magnetism, including electrostatics, dielectrics, electric circuits, magnetic fields, and induction phenomena.

Prerequisite(s): Take PHY 221 with a minimum grade of C.

Course Topics:

Electric Charge and Electric Field
Gauss’s Law
Electric Potential
Capacitance, Dielectrics, Electric Energy Storage
DC Circuits
Magnetism
Magnetism
Electromagnetic Induction and Faraday’s Law
AC Circuits
Maxwell’s Equation and Electromagnetic Waves
Light: Reflection and Refraction
Lenses and Optical Instruments
The Wave Nature of Light; Interference
Diffraction and Polarization
Special Theory of Relativity
Early Quantum Theory and Models of the Atom
Quantum Mechanics
Chapter 40: Quantum Mechanics of Atoms
Nuclear Physics and Radioactivity
Nuclear Energy; Effects and Uses of Radiation

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn website

Required Materials:

Scientific, graphic calculator (TI series)

Grading System:
An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability.

A = 90 - 100
B = 80 - 89
C = 70 - 79
D = 60 - 69
F = 0 - 59

Student Learning Outcomes:

Explain basic physics principles and concept in electricity and magnetism, optics, special relativity, elementary quantum mechanics, nuclear physics, and particle physics.
Apply fundamental physics principles to obtain qualitative solutions using analytical and logical reasoning.
Use appropriate mathematical and computational techniques to obtain quantitative solutions.
Analyze experimental results to their theoretical prediction within laboratory environment.
Demonstrate oral and written communication skills through group work, lab, and in-class activities, assignment, and report.

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Official Course Syllabus
2023-2024