| Department |
No. |
Title |
Comments |
| Astronomy |
1 |
The
Astronomical Universe |
N* Introductory course, requires only basic algebra skills. |
| Astronomy |
2 |
Celestial Navigation |
N* Primarily practical lab activities (learn to use a sextant and compass,
etc.) |
| Astronomy |
5 |
[Planets Orbiting Other Stars] |
N* Survey of Solar system; techniques to detect extrasolar planets. Pre:
high school math or physics or taken one of Science A-35, Science A-47 or
Science A-54. |
| Astronomy |
7 |
Black Holes and the Violent Universe |
C* Black holes, neutron stars, white dwarfs and related energetic phenomena.
Pre: high school math or physics or taken one of Science A-35, Science A-47
or Science A-54. |
| Astronomy |
9 |
[The Origin & Evolution of the Universe] |
C* How did Universe we observe come into being & form? How far back can this history be trusted?
Pre: high school math or physics, or taken one of Science A-35, Science A-36, Science A-47, or Science A-54. |
| Astronomy |
16 |
Stars and Gas in
the Milky Way |
C* Intro to fundamental astronomical principles underlying behavior of
stars and interstellar gas. Pre: Physics 15a or take concurrently |
| Astronomy |
91r |
Supervised Reading
& Research |
C* Supervised reading and research in subjects not normally included in
the regular course offerings of the dept. Often in lieu of thesis |
| Astronomy |
97hf |
Introductory Tutorial |
C* Sophomores or qualified frosh meet with several members of dept. |
| Astronomy |
98hf |
Junior Tutorial |
C* weekly research talks plus demi-thesis. |
| Astronomy |
99 |
Senior Thesis |
C* for Honors Concentrators |
| Astronomy |
135 |
[Planetary
System Astronomy] |
C*/G* Formerly Astronomy 50.Formation, evolution,
dynamics, patterns of our solar system, planetary systems in general. Pre:
Phys 15a,b,c, or Phys 11a, b, & permission of instructor. |
| Astronomy |
145 |
Topics in Astrophysics |
C*/G* Required for Honors concentrators. Pre/Con: Phys 143a. |
| Astronomy |
150 |
Radiative Processes
in Astrophysics |
C*/G* Applications to radio, infrared, optical, x-ray, and gamma-ray astronomy.
Pre/Con: Phys 143a. |
| Astronomy |
151 |
Astrophysical Dynamics |
C*/G* Fluid & gas dynamics with applications drawn from astrophysical phenomena. |
| Astronomy |
191 |
Astrophysics Laboratory |
C*/G* Very popular, satisfies Physics Lab. requirement. Pre: Phys 15c/equiv. |
| Astronomy |
192 |
Tools and Techniques
of Astronomical Measurements |
C*/G* Observational techniques course, including measurement of radiation
from astronomical sources at all wavelengths and frequencies. Telescopes
and basic instrumentation and methods for many techniques. Pre: Phys 15a,b,c
and Appl.Math 105/equivs. |
| Astronomy |
193 |
[Noise
and Data Analysis in Astrophysics] |
C*/G* How to design experiments to get the most information. Noise processes.
Image processing & restoration techniques. Pre: Math 21b/equiv. |
| Astronomy |
200hf. |
Seminar in Modern
Astrophysics and Cosmology |
G* Topical areas in modern astrophysics & astronomy. Different topic each
semester. Two semesters req. for credit. |
| Astronomy |
201a. |
[Stellar and Planetary
Astrophysics] |
G* Stars studied as (1) elementary (baryonic) building blocks of Universe,
(2) and main source of the evolution of matter (nucleosynthesis). |
| Astronomy |
201b. |
[Interstellar Medium
and Star Formation] |
G* Nature of the Interstellar Medium. Processes leading to formation of
stars & planets, impact of star formation on ISM. Exchange between galactic
maertial and the intergalactic medium. |
| Astronomy |
202a. |
Galaxies and Dynamics |
G* Observational & theoretical overview of extragalactic astronomy with
emphasis on dynamics. |
| Astronomy |
202b |
Cosmology |
G* Cosmological principle: isotrophy & homogeneity, cosmological world
models, thermal history of Big Bang, microwave background, growth of density
fluctuations, formation & evolution of galaxies, active galactic nuclei,
large scale structure, structure of galaxies & clusters of galaxies, gravitational
lensing, candidates for dark matter, measurements of cosmological parameters.
|
| Astronomy |
218 |
Radio
Astronomy |
G* Theory, and radio observations of the sun, planets, pulsars, masers,
hydrogen and molecular clouds, quasars, cosmic background and more! Pre:
Ast. 150 or Phys. 153 recommended. |
| Astronomy |
219 |
[High Energy Astrophysics] |
G* Relativistic and high-energy astrophysical phenomena. |
| Astronomy |
225 |
Formation of Stars and Planets |
G* Multidisciplinary overview of many topics related to star and planet
formation. |
| Astronomy |
251 |
[Quantum Mechanics
for Astrophysics] |
G* Quantum mechanics with application to atomic & molecular processes
important in astronomical environments.Pre: Physics 143a/equiv or perm.
of instr. |
| Astronomy |
300 |
Topics in Modern Astrophysics |
G* Graduate seminar, reading, or research course may be arranged with
a faculty member. |
| Astronomy |
301hf |
Research Forum |
G* Training in clear presentation of scientific ideas. |
| Astronomy |
302 |
Scientists Teaching Science |
G* Learn to lecture, lead discussions, create tests. Focus on educational
research & case studies. Pre: Experience as instructor of science or as
teaching fellow. |
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| Science |
A-35 |
Matter in the Universe |
N* The nature and history of matter revealed by astronomical observation
and experimental physics. |
| Science |
A-36 |
Observing the Sun
and Stars |
N* The nature of the sun and the stars with emphasis on direct observations. |
| Science |
A-47 |
Cosmic Connections |
N* Origin & evolution of stars & planets, and will consider connections
between astronomical events & conditions that seem necessary for life to
develop. |
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| Physics |
11a |
Mechanics |
C* Motion of particles and rigid bodies, waves, kinetics. Pre/Con: Math
21a or 22a |
| Physics |
11b |
Electricity, Magnetism,
& Waves |
C* Electricity, magnetism, circuits, waves, optics, etc. Pre: Phys 11a,
Math 21a or 23a. |
| Physics |
15a |
Introductory Mechanics
and Relativity |
C* Newtonian mechanics and special relativity. Pre: Math 1b/equiv. Encouraged
to take Math 21a concurrently. |
| Physics |
15b |
Introductory Electromagnetism |
C* Maxwell's equations in differential form, electric and magnetic fields
in materials. Lab work at home. Pre: Phys 15a, 16/equiv., Pre/Con: Math
21a. |
| Physics |
15c |
Wave Phenomena |
C* Forced oscillation and resonance, Fourier series, polarization, etc.
Pre: Phys 15b, Pre/Con: Math 21b. |
| Physics |
16 |
Mechanics and Special
Relativity |
C* Advanced version of 15a. Pre: score of 4 or 5 on mechanics section
of Physics C AP exam/equiv. Pre/Con: Math 21a/equiv. |
| Physics |
123 |
Laboratory Electronics |
C*/G* Lab-intensive intro to electronic circuit design. Develop circuit
intuition & debugging skills. Treatment moves from passive circuits through
design with discrete transitors. Digital half of course ephasizes use of
programmable logic devices, microprocessors & microcontrollers; issues that
arise in interfacing analog & digital devices to a computer. |
| Physics |
125 |
Widely Applied
Physics |
C*/G* Very popular course applies elementary physics to real things and
practical situations. Pre: Phys 15a,b,c, Pre/Con: Math 21a/equiv. Recommended:
Phys 143a, 181 |
| Physics |
143a |
Quantum Mechanics
I |
C*/G* Intro to nonrelativistic quantum: uncertainty relations, Schrodinger
equation, tunneling, spin, etc. Pre: Phys 15c or per of Director of Undergraduate
Stufies. |
| Physics |
143b |
Quantum Mechanics
II |
C*/G* Further techniques and applications of QM. Pre: Phys 143a |
| Physics |
145 |
Elementary Particle
Physics |
C*/G* Emphasis on concepts and phenomenology, taught partly in seminar
mode. Pre: Phys 143a. Recommended: Phys 143b/equiv. |
| Physics |
151 |
Mechanics |
C*/G* Lagrangian, Hamilton's eqns., etc. Pre: Phys 15a,b or permission
of Director of Undergraduate Studies, Math 21a,b/equiv. Recommended: Phys
143a |
| Physics |
153 |
Electrodynamics |
C*/G* Aimed at advanced undergrads. Properties and sources of field vectors
and wave aspect of EM fields, applications. Pre: Phys 15 a,b,and c, or perm
of Director of Undergraduate Studies; Math 21a,b/equiv. |
| Physics |
181 |
Statistical Mechanics
and Thermodynamics |
C*/G* Intro to thermal physics. Some students take ES-181
instead. Pre: Phys 143a/equiv. |
| Physics |
191r |
Advanced Laboratory |
C*/G* Experimental projects. equiv. to Astro. 191 or Applied Phys 191.
Pre: Phys 15 Recommended: Phys 143 |
| Physics |
210 |
General Theory
of Relativity |
G* Introduction to general relativity. Pre: Phys 151, 153, Math 21/equiv.
|
| Physics |
211 |
General Relativity,
Cosmology and Other Topics |
G* Equivalent to Astro 211 Pre: Phys 210/equiv. Recommended: Phys 253a.
|
| Physics |
251a |
Advanced Quantum
Mechanics I |
G* Basic course in nonrelativistic quantum mechanics. Pre: Phy 143a, b/equiv.
|
| Physics |
251b |
Advanced Quantum
Mechanics II |
G* Time-dependent perturbations; quantized radiation field; absorption
& emission of radiation; identical particles & second quantization; symmetry
groups. Pre: Phy. 251a. |
| Physics |
253a |
Quantum Field
Theory I |
G* Intro to relativistic quantum mechanics & quantum field theory. Canonical
quantization, scalar & spinor fields, scattering theory, Feyman digrams,
renormalization. Pre: Phy 251a, b/equiv. |
| Physics |
253b |
Quantum Field
Theory II |
G* Continuation of Phy 253a. Vector fields, guage invariance, funtional
integration, quantum electrodynamics, spontaneous symmetry breakdown, &
intro to the standard model. Pre: Phy 253a. |
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| Mathematics |
1a |
Introduction to
Calculus |
C* Introduction to integration, differential calculus. Pre: Solid background
in precalculus. |
| Mathematics |
1b |
Calculus, Series,
and Differential Equations |
C* Integration and diff. eqs. w/applications. Approximations by polynomial
series. Pre: Math 1a, or Xa and Xb, equiv. |
| Mathematics |
21a |
Multivariable Calculus |
C* Partial derivs., Green's Theorem, etc. Pre: Math 1b/equiv. |
| Mathematics |
21b |
Linear Algebra
and Differential Equations |
C* Determinants, eigenvalues/vectors, ordinary diff. eqs. and solutions,
applications. Pre: Math 21a/equiv. |
| Mathematics |
23a |
Theoretical Linear
Algebra & Multivariable Calculuc I |
C* A rigorous treatment of linear algebra & the calculus of functions
of n real variables. Pre: Math 1b or grade of 4 or 5 on the Calculus BC
Adv. Plcmt Exam. |
| Mathematics |
23b |
Theoretical Linear
Algebra & Multivariable Calculus II |
C* Continuation of the subject matter of Math 23a |
| Mathematics |
25a |
Honors Multivariable
Calculus & Linear Algebra |
C*/G* Rigorous treatment of linear algebra, point-set & metric topology,
& the calculus of functions in n variables. Pre: A 5 on Adv. Plcmt BC-Calculus
Examination or equiv. |
| Mathematics |
25b |
Honors Multivariable
Calculus & Linear Algebra |
C*/G* Continuation of Math 25a. More adv. topics. Pre: Math 25a or permission
of instructor. |
| Mathematics |
112 |
Real Analysis |
C*/G* Proof-based course relevant to calculus. Pre: Math 21 a,b or 23a,b
Pre/Con: Math 101/equiv. |
| Mathematics |
|
[Methods of Analysis
and Applications] |
C*/G* Especially for physics students. Transforms, mappings, and differential
eqns. Pre: Math 21a,b, 23a,b, or 25a,b, and permission of instructor. |
| Mathematics |
132 |
Topology II: Smooth Manifolds |
C*/G* Differential manifolds, smooth maps & transversality. Pre: Math 23a,b, 25a,b,
55a,b or 112. |
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| Applied Math |
105a |
Complex and Fourier
Analysis |
C*/G*Fourier & Laplace transforms, complex variables, etc. Pre: App.Math
21a,b or Math 21a and b. |
| Applied Math |
105b |
Ordinary and Partial
Differential Equations |
C*/G*Differential equations, expansions, asymptotics, etc. Pre: App. Math
21a, b or Math 21a, b. |
| Applied Math |
111 |
Introduction to
Scientific Computing |
C*/G*Elementary numerical methods & their computer implementation: linear
& nonlinear equations; interpolation, differentiation & quadrature; ordinary
differential equation intial & boundary value problems. Pre:App. Math 21a
and 21b, or Math 21a & 21B. Ability to program in some hi-level computer
language |
| Applied Math |
201 |
Physical Mathematics
I |
G*Intro to m ethods for developing solutions for problems in physical
sciences that can't be solved exactly. Pre: App.Math 105a,b/ or equiv. |
| Applied Math |
202 |
Physical Mathematics
II |
G* Theory & techniques for finding exact approximate analytical solutions
of partial differential & integral equations, & related topics: eigenfunction
expansions, Green functions, variational calculus, transform techniques,
perturbation methods, characteristics. Pre: App.Math 105a, 105b or equiv. |
| Applied Math |
205 |
Practical Scientific
Computing |
G* Computational methods at sophisticated analytic level. Practical exercises
emphasized. Wide range of topics from linear algebra to Fournier analaysis.
Pre: App.Math at level of l05B, & ability to program in Fortran or C useful. |
