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Laboratory. Boston Colleges participation in the Boston Area Graduate School Consortium enables students to cross-register for graduate courses at Boston University, Brandeis University, and Tufts University. Students wishing more detailed information can write to the Physics Department or visit their website at http://www.physics.bc.edu/. Undergraduate Course Offerings Note: Future course offerings and courses offered on a periodic basis are listed on the World Wide Web at http://www.bc.edu/courses/. PH 101 Basic Laboratory I (Fall: 1) Lab fee required. A course that provides an opportunity to perform experiments on topics in mechanics, waves and acoustics. This laboratory demands minimal use of mathematics in interpreting the results of experiments. One two-hour laboratory period per week. Andrzej Herczynski PH 102 Basic Laboratory II (Spring: 1) Lab fee required. A course that provides an opportunity to perform experiments on topics in electricity and magnetism and physical optics. This lab demands minimal use of mathematics in interpreting the results of experiments. One two-hour laboratory period per week. Andrzej Herczynski PH 115 Structure of the Universe I (Fall: 3) Satisfies Natural Science Core Requirement An introductory course directed at non-science majors. Physical principles are developed and applied to our space and astrophysical environment. Topics include structure and evolution of the solar system, physics of the sun and planets, space discoveries, creation and structure of stars and galaxies, relativity and cosmology, extraterrestrial life, and astronomical concepts. Pradip Bakshi PH 116 Structure of the Universe II (Spring: 3) Satisfies Natural Science Core Requirement An introductory course directed at non-science majors. Physical principles are developed and applied to our space and astrophysical environment. Topics include structure and evolution of the solar system, physics of the sun and planets, space discoveries, creation and structure of stars and galaxies, relativity and cosmology, extraterrestrial life, and astronomical concepts. Pradip Bakshi PH 183 Foundations of Physics I (Fall: 3) Satisfies Natural Science Core Requirement Recommended Laboratory (optional): PH 101-102 First semester of a two-semester algebra-based introductory physics course sequence primarily for non-science majors. Students learn the basic principles of physics and the observed physical phenomena to provide foundation. Emphasis is placed on problem-solving to better understand the implications of these principles, and to develop analytical skills. This course is similar to PH 211 in pace and content but with less emphasis on mathematical technique. First semester covers classical mechanics, including Newtons laws, energy, rotational motion, hydrostatics and fluid dynamics, oscillations, waves, and gravitation. Baldassare DiBartolo PH 184 Foundations of Physics II (Spring: 3) Satisfies Natural Science Core Requirement Recommended Laboratory (optional): PH 101-102 Second semester of the two-semester algebra-based introductory physics course sequence primarily for non-science majors. This course is similar to PH 212 in pace and content but with less emphasis on mathematical technique. Topics to be covered are fundamentals of electrostatics, simple electrical circuits, magnetism, electromagnetism and electromagnetic oscillations and waves, selected topics in physical optics, and if time allows, basic concepts and applications of special relativity and quantum physics. Three lectures per week. PH 102 is recommended as an optional laboratory to supplement the course material. Baldassare DiBartolo PH 199 Special Projects (Fall/Spring: 3) Credits and requirements by arrangement with the approval of the Chairperson. Individual programs of study and research under the direction of physics faculty members. The Department PH 203 Introductory Physics Laboratory I (Fall: 1) Lab fee required. A laboratory course that provides an opportunity to perform experiments on topics in mechanics and acoustics. One two-hour laboratory period per week. This lab is intended for students in PH 209- 210 or PH 211-212. Andrzej Herczynski PH 204 Introductory Physics Laboratory II (Spring: 1) Lab fee required. A laboratory course that provides an opportunity to perform experiments on topics in electricity and magnetism and physical optics. One two-hour laboratory period per week. This lab is intended for students in PH 209-210 or PH 211-212. Andrzej Herczynski PH 209 Introductory Physics I (Calculus) (Fall: 4) Prerequisite: MT 102 (May be taken concurrently) Satisfies Natural Science Core Requirement PH 203 is the laboratory course to supplement the lecture course material. First semester of a two-semester calculus-based introduction to physics for those majoring in the physical sciences. Students utilize analytical reasoning combined with mathematical formalism to fully explore the development, consequences and limitations of the classical principles of physics; similar to PH 211 in pace and content but at a greater depth appropriate for physical science majors. Class size is limited to promote classroom discussion. Topics cover classical mechanics, including Newtons laws, energy, rotational motion, oscillations, waves, and gravitation. Michael Graf PH 210 Introductory Physics II (Calculus) (Spring: 4) Prerequisite: MT 103 (May be taken concurrently) Satisfies Natural Science Core Requirement PH 204 is the laboratory course to supplement the lecture course material Second semester of a calculus-based introduction to physics for those majoring in the physical sciences. Students utilize analytical reasoning combined with mathematical formalism to fully explore the ARTS AND SCIENCES The Boston College Catalog 2006-2007 195

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