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PHYS 150 - Physics of Societal Issues

Last offered Fall 2017

Official Description

Physics topics and applications relevant in the modern world: energy, quantum mechanics, electricity and magnetism, nuclear physics, waves, light, and outer space. Application to satellites, alternative energy, medical imaging, radiation, nuclear weapons, climate change, and electronics. Emphasis on analytical thinking and the applicability to modern societal issues.

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This course satisfies the General Education Criteria for a Physical Sciences course.
TitleSectionCRNTypeHoursTimesDaysLocationInstructor
Physics of Societal IssuesA30671LEC30930 - 1050 T R  151 Loomis Laboratory Jeffrey P Filippini