PH 246 - Calculus Physics II

Credit Hours: 5
Contact Hours: 7

Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PH 245 (C or Higher) and MA 134 (C or higher)

English Prerequisites: Eligible for IRW 99 and/or EN 101

Math Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

Description: PH 246 is the second semester of a two-semester sequence of calculus-based physics. Introduces electromagnetic waves, the nature of light and geometric optics. Topics including electric charge and fields, electric potential, electric current circuits, magnetic forces and fields, electromagnetic induction, and alternating current circuits are taught through lecture and laboratory experiments. Previous knowledge of trigonometry, differential and integral calculus, and vector algebra is expected. Students pursuing Physics or a related field should strongly consider taking MA 255 concurrently.

Course Fee: $15.00

Department Consent: No Department Consent Required

General Education Distribution Category Met: None