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Sep 07, 2024
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PHY 202 - Physics II Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Credits: 4
Description: This course covers physics topics, including mechanics, wave motion, sound, heat, electromagnetism, optics, and modern physics.
Prerequisite(s): Take PHY 201 with a minimum grade of C. Course Topics:
- Electric Charge and Electric Field
- Electric Potential
- Electric Currents
- DC Circuits
- Magnetism
- Electromagnetic Induction and Faraday’s Law
- Electromagnetic Waves
- Light: Geometric Optics
- The Wave Nature of Light
- Optical Instruments
- The Special Theory of Relativity
- Early Quantum Theory and Models of the Atom
- Quantum Mechanics of Atoms
- Molecules and Solids
- 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 concepts in electricity and magnetism, optics, special relativity, elementary quantum mechanics, nuclear physics, and particle physics.
- Utilize analytical and logical reasoning in solving scientific problems.
- Utilize effective strategies to collect, verify, and manage information from a variety of sources.
- Demonstrate oral communication skills in collaborative group work and presentations.
- Demonstrate competence in the terminology, mathematics, and scientific methods used within the discipline.
For SCC Online Courses: If the course you are taking is online, please review the SCC Online Course Policies that include:
- Identity Verification
- Required materials for all online courses
- Mandatory Attendance Requirement
- Orientation and Support
- Proctored Exams
Standard SCC Course Policies: Please review the Standard Course Policies on the following topics:
- Academic Integrity
- Add/Drop period
- Attendance
- Classroom Conduct
- Equal Access
- IT Access
- Online Behavior
- Online Confidentiality
- Services For Students with Disabilities
- Student Concerns
- Student Help Services
- Withdrawals
![SCC Logo](/mime/media/21/418/SCC-logo-footer.jpg) Official Course Syllabus 2024-2025
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