Astronomy 1010: Introduction to Astronomy (4)
Survey of methods of astronomy; description of the solar system, stellar astronomy, structure of the galaxy and the universe. Prerequisite:  high school algebra and plane geometry, Math 1100/1120 or equivalent.

Astronomy 1020: Introduction to Laboratory Astronomy (2)
Laboratory supplement to Astronomy 1010. Satisfies physical science laboratory requirement. Survey of astronomical methods, instruments, observations and measurement techniques. Prerequisite: high school algebra and geometry, Astronomy 1010.

Physics 1050: Concepts in Cosmology (3)
Introduction to fundamental concepts of modern cosmology. Topics include Olber's paradox, Hubble expansion, Big Bang, and the Cosmic Microwave Background Radiation.

Physics 1100: Science and Inventions (1)
This course covers the history of some of the most important inventions in science and their impact on past civilizations, current advances in science and inventions, funding and policies, and critical advances in technology required for future generations.

Physics 1150: Concepts of Physics - Physics for Poets (3)
Syllabus
Introduction to fundamental concepts of Physics for liberal arts majors. Topics include Conservation of Energy-Momentum, Special theory of relativity, entropy, quantum mechanics and structure from quarks to cosmology. 

Physics 1210: College Physics (4)
Syllabus and Calendar
First course in algebra-based physics. Covers kinematics, dynamics, fluids, oscillatory motion, waves and thermodynamics. Three lectures, one lab weekly. Prerequisite: Math 1100/1120 or equivalent.

Physics 1220: College Physics (4)
Syllabus
Continuance of 1210. Covers electricity and magnetism, optics and modern physics. Three lectures, one lab weekly. Prerequisite: grade of 2.0 or better in Physics 1210.

Physics 2330: Exploring the Principles of Physics (4)
A hands-on course covering topics in Matter, Mechanics, Energy, Light, Sound, Electricity and Magnetism. Pedagogy reflects styles used in K - 12 classrooms; emphasis on inquiry, concept development, quantitative applications and technology. Prerequisites: Math 1100/1120 and sophomore standing required.

Physics 2750: University Physics (5)
First course in calculus-based physics for science and engineering students. Covers kinematics, dynamics, oscillations, waves, fluids, and  thermodynamics. Includes a laboratory. Prerequisite: Math 1500 or equivalent. Co-requisite: Math 1700. 

Physics 2760: University Physics (5)
Continuation of Physics 2750. Covers electrostatics, elementary circuits, magnetism, electromagnetic phenomena, optics, matter waves and particles and modern physics. Includes a laboratory. Prerequisite: Math 1700 and a grade of 2.0 or better in Physics 2750. Co-requisite: Math 2300. 

Physics 2800: Undergraduate Seminar in Physics (2)
Introduction to the Physics Department and presentation of topics of current interest in physics by faculty and students. Intended for physics majors at the freshman, or sophomore level only. 

Physics/Astronomy 3010: Introduction to Modern Astrophysics (3)
Elements of stellar, and galactic astrophysics. Interpretation of observations and physical conditions of various astronomical objects including stars, gaseous nebulae, galaxies. Prerequisite: Physics 2760.

Physics/Astronomy 3020: Astrophysical Techniques (3)
Elements of modern astronomical instruments, observations and analysis. Prerequisite: Phys/Astronomy 3010 or concurrently.

Physics 3150: Introduction to Modern Physics (3) 
Relativistic kinematics and Lorentz transformations; historical basis for quantum mechanics; atomic structure; physics of solids; nuclear structure and decay. Prerequisite: Physics 2760.

Physics 4050: Electronic Lab (4)
Acquaints students with techniques for the electronic  acquisition and processing of physics data. Digital logic,  integrated circuits, microprocessors, and interfacing. Two  lectures, two labs weekly. Prerequisite: Physics 2760.

Physics 4060: Advanced Physics Laboratory I (3)
Experiments in atomic, nuclear and solid state physics including X-ray and neutron diffraction, NMR and Moessbauer effect measurements. Experiments familiarize students with modern equipment found in most physics laboratories. Two 3-hour labs weekly. Prerequisite: Physics 3150

Physics 4080: Major Themes in Classical Physics (3)
Introduction to classical physics:  mechanics, electromagnetism and thermodynamics, emphasizing the unity and the connections between different parts of it. Prerequisites: Physics 2760

Physics 4100: Electricity and Magnetism I (3)
Mathematical preliminaries, properties of charge  distributions at rest and in motion, the field concept, introduces  electromagnetic radiation. Prerequisite: Physics 2760.

Physics 4103: Topics on Physics and Astronomy (1-3)
Cosmology (Syllabus)
Interstellar Medium (Syllabus)
Organized study of selected topics. Subjects and  earnable credit may vary from semester to semester. Prerequisite:  Physics 2760 or instructor's consent, departmental consent for  repetition.

Physics 4110 / 7110: Light and Modern Optics (4)
Syllabus
Interaction of light with matter, spectroscopic techniques, wave optics, interferometry, multilayer films, polarization, non-linear optics, design of optical instruments, matrix methods, waveguides, fiber optics, acousto-optic and photo-elastic modulation. Includes both lectures and laboratory. Prerequisite: Physics 2760. 

Physics 4120: Introduction to Thermodynamics (3)
Development of the concepts of temperature, heat, work,  entropy, enthalphy, and free energy. Applications to gases,  liquids, and solids. Statistical methods. Prerequisite: Physics 2760.

Physics 4130: Electricity and Magnetism II (3)
Application of Maxwell's equations. Prerequisite: Physics  4100.

Physics 4140: Mechanics (3)
Development  of fundamental concepts, principles of mechanics using mathematical  methods. Many problems used. Prerequisite: Physics 2760.

Physics/Astronomy 4180: Solar System Astrophysics (3) (same as Geology 4180).
Investigates physical states, interior structures and comparative geology of solar systems bodies: planets, moons, asteroids, comets, sun. Solar system formation and evolution. Prerequisites: Physics 1220 or 2760 or instructor's consent.

Physics 4190 / 7190: Physics and Chemistry of Materials (3)
(same as Nuclear Science and  Engineering 4319, and Chemistry 4490)
Syllabus
This course will cover fundamental and applied aspects relating to the Physics, Chemistry and Biology of material with specific emphasis on Nanoscience and Nanomedicine. Consists of lectures and experiments in nanoscience.  Prerequisite: Physics 2760 and Chemistry 1320 or equivalent and consent of instructor.

Physics 4230: Scanning Electron Microscopy and X-Ray Microanalysis (3)
This course is designed for senior undergraduate/graduate students. This course covers the basic principles and practical considerations using the scanning electron microscope (SEM) and energy-dispersive spectrometry (EDS) in the caracterization of materials. Prerequisite: Physics 3150 and instructor's consent. Graded on A/F basis only.

Physics/Astronomy 4250: Stellar Astrophysics (3)
Basic astrophysics of stable and unusual stars, stellar systems. Investigates stellar dimensions, radiation, spectra, energy, evolution, populations; interstellar medium, stellar motions and aggregation. Prerequisite: Physics 3150, or concurrently, or instructor's consent.

Physics 4310: Physics in Cell and Developmental Biology (3) (same as Biological Science 4330)
Discusses the role of physical mechanisms in specific cellular and developmental processes and phenomena, in particular those characterizing the embryonic stage of multicellular organisms.  Each process and phenomenon is first described in biological terms and then within a physical model, with special emphasis on the interplay between the two descriptions.  Prerequisite - Physics 1220 or Physics 2760 and Biology 2300 or instructor's consent.

Physics/Astronomy 4350: Galactic Astronomy (3)
Observational properties of normal  galaxies and clusters of galaxies,  Seyfert and emission-line  galaxies, interacting galaxies, quasi-stellar objects. Introduction to cosmology.  Prerequisite: Physics 3010, 4140 or instructor's consent.

Physics 4390: Problems in Physics (cr. arr.)

Physics 4400/7400: Physics of Electronic Devices (3)
This course is designed for graduate and undergraduate students of Physics and Electrical Engineering who have an interest in learning the basic physical idea underlying the operation of electronic devices.  The course consists of lectures, handout lecture notes, problem sets, two mid-term and one final exam.  Prerequisites: basic knowledge of modern physics (electromagnetism and quantum mechanics) at the level of Physics 3150 or equivalent, or instructors's consent. Graded on A/F basis only.

Physics 4450: Introduction to Cosmology (3)
Develops the physical concepts necessary for understanding the major recent discoveries  in cosmology, such as the acceleration of the universe and dark energy . No prior knowledge of general relativity  is assumed.  Prerequisite: Physics 3150 or equivalent  or instructor's consent. Graded on A/F basis only.

Physics 4500 / 7500: Computational Biological Physics (3) Writing Intensive Course
Provides a practical introduction (hands-on approach) to the study of the structure and function of biomolecular systems by employing computational methods and theoretical concepts familiar from the physical sciences. Prerequisites: physics 1220 or 2760 or instructor's consent.

Physics 4600/7600: Semiconductor Optics (3)
It is an introductory-level course in the field of optical processes in semiconductors (both inorganic and organic) and solid-state optoelectronics, designed both for graduate and undergraduate students of Physics, Chemistry, and Electrical engineering. Prerequisite: Physics 3150 or instructor's consent. Graded on A/F basis only.

Physics 4650: Computational Condensed Matter Physics (3)
Introduces the basic concepts and gives an overview of the latest developments ofmodern condensed matter physics at the forefront of (nano)science and technology. Combines lectures and computational laboratory,where students use and develop interactive computer simulations. 

Physics 4700: Introduction to Methods in  Mathematical Physics (3)
Introduces mathematical methods and  theories of physics. Topics usually covered are complex analysis,  partial differential equations, integral equations, and tensor  analysis. Prerequisite: Math 4100.

Physics 4750: Computational Methods in  Physics (3)
Use of modern computational techniques in solving  a wide variety of problems in solid state, nuclear, quantum and statistical physics. Prerequisites: Physics 3150.

Physics 4800: Introduction to Quantum  Mechanics I (3)
Foundations of wave mechanics, wave packets,  Schrodinger equation and 1-D problems, operators and eigenfunctions,  spherically symmetric systems. Prerequisite: Math 4100.

Physics 4810: Introduction to Quantum  Mechanics II (3)
Review of quantum mechanics and units, forms of radiation, radiation detectors, spacetime symmetries, internal symmetries, nuclear structure, and form factors, low energy nuclear models, recent developments.  Prerequisite: Physics 4800 or equivalent.

Astronomy 4950: Undergraduate Research in Astronomy (cr. arr.)
Special studies in astronomy; covers subjects not included in courses regularly offered. Prerequisite: instructor's consent.

Physics 4950: Undergraduate Research in Physics (cr. arr.)
Special studies for advanced undergraduate students in physics, covering subjects not included in courses regularly offered. Prerequisite: instructor's consent, departmental consent for repetition.

Physics 4985: Modern Physics (3) Capstone course
Atomic  and molecular structure, spectra, quantum statistics, band theory of  solids, free electrons, Bloch's theorem, semiconductors,  superconductivity, nuclear models, and elementary particles.  Prerequisite: Physics 4800.