PHYS 358
Spring 2011
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01
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| Crosslisting:
PHYS 558 |
This course is an introduction to condensed-matter physics with emphasis on fundamental properties of solids. We will explore crystal structure, phonons and electrons in solids as a basis for understanding the thermal, electronic, and magnetic properties of materials. In addition to lectures and problem sets, there will be several numerical experiments in which computer simulation and visualization tools will be used to explore microscopic properties of materials. |
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Essential Capabilities:
Quantitative Reasoning
Quantitative reasoning is used to evaluate models of how are world works.
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
None |
| Course Format: Lecture | Grading Mode: Student Option |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (IDEA-EE)(IDEA-MECHE)(PHYS-MN)(PHYS) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
C. Kittel, INTRODUCTION TO SOLID-STATE PHYSICS (8th ed.) or equivalent.
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Examinations and Assignments:
Problem sets, simulation experiments, one exam and a final project. |
| Instructor(s): Starr,Francis W. Voth,Greg A. Times: ..T.R.. 10:30AM-11:50AM; Location: SCIE72; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 24 | | SR major: 12 | JR major: 12 | | |
| Seats Available: 12 | GRAD: 0 | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 0 | SO: 0 | FR: 0 |
| Web Resources: Syllabus |
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