Modern Physics: Properties of Matter

Three credits · Undergraduate

This course is an introduction to the very broad topic of materials science from a physics perspective. Topics include continuum mechanics and elasticity, fluid mechanics, classical thermodynamic treatment of phase transitions, electronic structure of atoms, bonding, crystallography, electrochemistry, magnetic solids and electrical conductivity. Prerequisites: PHYS 201, 241. Three credits and lab. Not offered 2026-2027.