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Introduction to Contemporary Physics

Course #: PHYSIC 211

Description:
The third semester of calculus-level introductory physics. Topics include special relativity; the historical development of quantum theory; elements of quantum mechanics; with applications to atomic, molecular, solid state, nuclear and particle physics.

Notes:
Students who need or want laboratory work in modern physics should enroll concurrently in PHYSIC 281.

Pre Requisites: Pre-req = PHYSIC 114 or permission of instructor

Offered in:

2026 Fall

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 1564 TuTh|Th
11:00 - 12:15 pm|12:30 - 1:45 pm
Sone,Akira Wheatley-Peters W01-0058
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 09/08/2026 - 12/11/2026
Capacity: 25
Enrolled: 0
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites: Pre-req = PHYSIC 114 or permission of instructor
Course Attributes:

2026 Spring

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 3966 TuTh
9:30 - 10:45 am
Ikeda,Kazuki McCormack M01-0619
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 01/26/2026 - 05/13/2026
Capacity: 30
Enrolled: 1
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites: Pre-req = PHYSIC 114 or permission of instructor
Course Attributes: