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PHY 2420 - Introduction to Modern Physics


Credit Hour(s): 3

Course Description: Phenomenology and theoretical concepts of modern physics. Special theory of relativity, quantum theory, atomic and molecular structure and spectra, x-rays and solid state physics, nuclear physics, and instrumentation for nuclear physics research.

Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate level PHY 2410 Minimum Grade of D and Undergraduate level MTH 2310 Minimum Grade of D

Course Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
Grade Mode: Standard
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