Physics
PHY 172 - University Physics II For Physicists
Description: The second semester of a three-semester, calculus-based, introductory physics sequence especially designed for physics and astronomy majors. This course covers all topics in PHY 262 including electric fields, magnetic fields, Maxwell's equations, and the First and Second Laws of Thermodynamics, and goes beyond PHY262 by adding topics that are especially useful in preparation for upper division physics courses including time-varying electric fields, time varying-magnetic fields, electromagnetic waves, and entropy. 4 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only.
Units:
5
Sections offered:
Spring 2025
Requirement Designation:
Lab Science
Liberal Studies Essential Skills:
Scientific Inquiry
Prerequisite: MAT 136 and PHY 171
Corequisite: MAT 137