Physics Courses
PHYS103. Conceptual Physics
A survey of basic physics principles taught from a conceptual basis. A broad survey of physics will be demonstrated in this course with such topics... Read More
PHYS114. PHYS for Teach Prof
A survey of basic physics principles such as mechanics, heat, electricity, magnetism, and light taught from a conceptual perspective for students... Read More
PHYS115. Astronomy
An introductory physics course that incorporates essential aspects of scientific reasoning and inquiry applied to cosmic evolution including... Read More
PHYS120. General Physics I
An introduction to the basic concepts of mechanics. 3 lecture and one 2-hour lab periods. 4 credits.
PHYS121. General Physics II
A study of heat, sound, light, electricity and magnetism. Prerequisites: PHYS 120. 3 lecture and one 2-hour lab periods. 4 credits.
PHYS1XX. Physics Elective
PHYS220. University Physics I
A study of motion, forces, momentum, energy, rotational motion, gravity, fluids, elasticity and thermodynamics using calculus. Prerequisite or may be... Read More
PHYS221. University Physics II
A study of harmonic motion, oscillations, waves, sound, light, optics, electricity, magnetism, current, resistance, and circuits using calculus... Read More
PHYS222. University Physics I Lab
This course will focus on the study motion, forces, momentum, energy, rotational motion, gravity, fluids, elasticity and thermodynamics through... Read More
PHYS223. University Physics II Lab
This course will focus on the study harmonic motion, oscillations, waves, sound, light, optics, electricity, magnetism, current, resistance, and... Read More
PHYS252. Statics
The study of vector methods and free body diagrams employed in the analysis of discrete and distributed force systems and their application to bodies... Read More
PHYS292. Internships in Physics
A semester-long, on-the-job learning experience designed to apply the principles of physics. 1-18 credits.
PHYS295. Special Topics in Physics
Specialized courses on a variety of topics that may be offered periodically. 1-4 credits.
PHYS2XX. Physics Elective
PHYS300. Mathematical Physics
A study of classical mathematical physics techniques as applied to series, complex numbers linear algebra, partial and ordinary differential... Read More
PHYS303. Astrophysics
A broad survey of topics in Astrophysics, including orbital dynamics, extra-solar planets, stellar evolution, black holes, and cosmology... Read More
PHYS307. Intro to Sci & Engineer of Mat
This course will introduce the basic principles underlying the behavior and properties of materials. This course will provide the scientific... Read More
PHYS310. One Giant Leap
This course investigates how and why societies have successfully achieved impressive technological feats. Students will examine the Apollo space... Read More
PHYS321. Modern Physics
A survey of modern developments in electron, atomic, and nuclear physics. 3 lecture periods. Prerequisites: PHYS 121 or PHYS 221 both with a C- or... Read More
PHYS322. Nuclear and Particle Physics
This course is an introduction to theoretical and experimental nuclear and particle physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 321 with a C- or better. Prerequisite... Read More
PHYS324. Thermodynamics
A study of thermal properties of matter; phenomena involved in flow of heat and performance of work. Kinetic theory and statistical mechanics are... Read More
PHYS326. Optics
A study of the nature and behavior of light and other electro-magnetic radiation. 3 lecture and one 2-hour lab periods. Prerequisites: PHYS 121 or... Read More
PHYS331. AC DC Circuits
This course is an introduction to electrical circuit theory and its application to practical direct and alternating current circuits. Topics include... Read More
PHYS332. Electricity & Magnetism
A study of electric and magnetic fields, potentials, resistance, inductance, and capacitance, polarization, magnetic materials, Maxwell's equations... Read More
PHYS341. Electronics
This course covers the analysis, modeling and design of electrical circuits which contain electronic devices. Topics include: behavior of devices... Read More
PHYS352. Mechanics
A mathematical study of motion using Newtonian and Lagrangian techniques. 3 lecture periods. Prerequisites: PHYS 121 or PHYS 221 both with a C- or... Read More
PHYS370. Advanced Physics Lab I
This course will focus on the study of modern physics as well as some advanced physics topics through laboratory experiments. Emphasis will be given... Read More
PHYS390. Directed or Independent Study
Must be approved by the head of the department. May be repeated as 391. 1-18 credits.
PHYS392. Internship in Physics
A semester-long, on-the-job learning experience designed to apply the principles of physics. 1-18 credits.
PHYS395. Special Topics
Specialized courses on a variety of topics that may be offered periodically. 1-4 credits. Prerequisites may be added depending on the specialized... Read More
PHYS3XX. Physics Elective
PHYS401. Quantum Mechanics
A study of elementary quantum mechanics, atomic and molecular structure, spectroscopy, and statistical mechanics. 3 lecture periods. Prerequisites... Read More
PHYS460. Advanced Experimental Design
This advanced-level laboratory course is a study of experimental design and measurement techniques, data reduction and analysis methods, and oral and... Read More
PHYS470. Advanced Lab II
This course will focus on advanced physics laboratory experiments and techniques. The course will also require students to manage and conduct a... Read More
PHYS490. Directed or Independent Study
Must be approved by the head of the department. May be repeated. 1-18 credits.
PHYS492. Internship in Physics
A semester-long, on-the-job learning experience designed to apply the principles of physics. Enrollment in the course is based on permission of the... Read More
PHYS495. Special Topics in Physics
Specialized courses on a variety of topics that may be offered periodically. 1-4 credits.
PHYS496. Research Projects in Physics
Students will carry out research projects under individual supervision of an instructor. The nature of the project will depend on the interest and... Read More
PHYS498. Senior Thesis in Physics
Students conduct an in-depth project in physics under the direction of a faculty member and the Longwood Senior Thesis Committee. May be repeated as... Read More
PHYS499. Senior Thesis in Physics
Students conduct an in-depth project in physics under the direction of a faculty member and the Longwood Senior Thesis Committee. 3 credits.