Dec 06, 2024  
2024-25 RCC Catalog 
    
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PH 213L - General Physics - Calculus III Lab


1 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):  

MTH 252 PH 212 , PH 212L , PH 212R  

Corequisite(s):  

PH 213 PH 213R   

Course Description: This is the third term of a three-term calculus-based physics course. Waves, quantum mechanics, thermodynamics and statistical mechanics are covered. This includes but is not limited to wave interference, diffraction, photoelectric effect, wave-particle duality, Schrodinger wave equation, spectra, heat capacity, kinetic molecular theory, multiplicity, entropy, ideal gas law, cyclic processes, laws of thermodynamics and heat engines. Students must enroll in lecture, laboratory and recitation sections. All three sections are required.  

Course Learning Outcomes:

  • CLO#1: Use vectors, algebra, calculus, dimensional analysis, and logical reasoning to solve general physics problems resourcefully. (ILO: Quantitative Literacy and Reasoning)
  • CLO#2: Make sensible assumptions and simplifications to solve general physics problems, when it appears that not enough information is provided.
  • CLO#3: Apply Maxwell’s equations in the context of magnetic flux, electromagnetic induction, and electromagnetic radiation.
  • CLO#4: Apply basic principles of wave physics (interference, diffraction, resonance, wave-particle duality).
  • CLO#5: Apply basic principles of quantum mechanics (probability, spin, wave function, spectroscopy, Schrodinger equation, nuclear physics).
  • CLO#6: Apply basic principles of thermodynamics (multiplicity, entropy, Boltzmann factors, gases, distributions, cyclic processes, engines).
  • CLO#7: Interpret laboratory data to draw conclusions about general physics experiments.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Scientific calculator, Ruler, Protractor, Mechanical pencil, Good eraser, Engineering paper

ACTI Code and Course Type
100 Lower Division Collegiate

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (30) and a standard RCC delivery of (33) lab hours per term, not to exceed (36) hours per term.



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