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PHYS 003 PO - The Physics of Music
CrsNo PHYS003 PO
When Offered: Each fall.
Instructor(s): A. Zook
The physical principles underlying sound and its production, propagation and perception, with particular emphasis on the application of these principles to the production of musical sound with acoustic instruments. Lecture and laboratory. Intended for students without previous scientific background.
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PHYS 017 PO - Physics in Society: A Critical Analysis of Energy Policies
CrsNo PHYS017 PO
When Offered: Each spring.
Instructor(s): D. Tanenbaum
Analysis of solutions to the world’s demand for energy. The physical principles behind energy production and the rationality of these approaches, including an exploration of feasibility, cost, efficiency, resource depletion, environmental waste products, environmental impact, global accessibility and risks of potentially catastrophic failures. Topics discussed will include coal, gas, fission, fusion, hydro, solar, biofuels and energy storage.
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PHYS 041 PO - General Physics with Laboratory
CrsNo PHYS041 PO
When Offered: Each spring.
Instructor(s): A. Zook
Calculus-based introductory physics for non-majors. PHYS 41 focuses on Newtonian mechanics and thermodynamics; PHYS 042 PO focuses on electricity & magnetism and waves. Both courses highlight the physical principles behind modern instrumentation in geology, chemistry, biology and other scientific disciplines and biomedical applications are discussed. Prerequisites: completion of/or concurrent enrollment in one of the following: MATH 030 PO , MATH 031 PO , MATH 031H PO , MATH 031S PO , MATH 032 PO or MATH 032S PO .
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PHYS 042 PO - General Physics with Laboratory
CrsNo PHYS042 PO
When Offered: Each fall.
Instructor(s): A. Kwok
Calculus-based introductory Physics for non-majors. PHYS 041 PO focuses on Newtonian Mechanics and Thermodynamics; PHYS 42 focuses on Electricity & Magnetism and Waves. Both courses highlight the physical principles behind modern instrumentation in geology, chemistry, biology and other scientific disciplines and biomedical applications are discussed. Prerequisites: completion of/or concurrent enrollment in MATH 031 PO , MATH 031H PO or MATH 031S PO ; and PHYS 041 PO .
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PHYS 070 PO - Spacetime, Quanta and Entropy with Laboratory
CrsNo PHYS070 PO
When Offered: Each fall.
Instructor(s): A. Zook
Calculus-based introduction to principles of contemporary physics, designed especially for potential physics and astronomy majors. (Life-science students should take PHYS 041 PO/PHYS 042 PO). Topics include conservation laws, special relativity, quantum physics and thermal physics, all viewed from a 21st-century perspective. Prerequisites: high school physics and completion or concurrent enrollment in one of the following: MATH 030 PO , MATH 031 PO , MATH 031H PO , MATH 031S PO , MATH 032 PO or MATH 032S PO . Sophomores and above may enroll only with permission.
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PHYS 071 PO - Introductory Classical Mechanics
CrsNo PHYS071 PO
When Offered: Each spring.
Instructor(s): T. Moore
An introduction to classical mechanics, emphasizing the centrality of the fundamental conservation laws of Newtonian mechanics and focusing on applying Newton’s Laws of Motion and their consequences to standard physical systems such as the simple harmonic oscillator and planetary motion. Prerequisites: PHYS 070 PO and completion of/or concurrent enrollment in one of the following: MATH 030 PO , MATH 031 PO , MATH 031H PO , MATH 031S PO , MATH 032 PO or MATH 032S PO . First years only; others only with permission. Half course.
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PHYS 072 PO - Introductory Electricity and Magnetism
CrsNo PHYS072 PO
When Offered: Each spring.
Instructor(s): T. Moore
An introduction to electricity, magnetism and waves, as summarized in Maxwell’s equations of electricity and magnetism. Emphasizes the concepts of electric and magnetic fields and their interactions with charged particles, ultimately leading to the great synthesis of electricity, magnetism and light. Prerequisites: PHYS 070 PO and completion of/or concurrent enrollment in one of the following: MATH 030 PO , MATH 031 PO , MATH 031H PO , MATH 031S PO , MATH 032 PO or MATH 032S PO . First years only; others only with permission. Half-course.
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PHYS 080 HM - Topics in Physics
CrsNo PHYS080 HM
An area of physics is studied, together with its applications and social impact. Possible areas include energy and the environment, and global warming and climate change. Active participation and group activities are stressed. Prerequisite: PHYS 051B PO or permission of instructor. 3 credit hours.
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PHYS 101 PO - Atomic and Nuclear Physics with Laboratory
CrsNo PHYS101 PO
When Offered: Each fall.
Instructor(s): R. Mawhorter
Introduction to wave mechanics, spectra and structure of atoms, molecules and solids, nuclear physics and particle physics. Prerequisites: PHYS 041 PO and PHYS 042 PO, or PHYS 070 PO; and completion of/concurrent enrollment in MATH 032 PO or MATH 107 PO and PHYS 041 PO and PHYS 042 PO ; or PHYS 070 PO and PHYS 071 PO .
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PHYS 111 HM - Theoretical Mechanics
CrsNo PHYS111 HM
The application of mathematical methods to the study of particles and of systems of particles; Newton, Lagrange and Hamilton equations of motion; conservation theorems; central force motion, collisions, damped oscillators, rigid body dynamics, systems with constraints, variational methods. Prerequisites: PHYS 23– PHYS 24 and MATH 12, MATH 13 and MATH 14. (Fall)
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PHYS 116 HM - Quantum Mechanics
CrsNo PHYS116 HM
The elements of nonrelativistic quantum mechanics. Topics include the general formalism, one-dimensional and three-dimensional problems, angular momentum states, perturbation theory, and identical particles. Applications to atomic and nuclear systems. Prerequisites: PHYS 52. 3 credit hours.
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PHYS 117 HM - Statistical Mechanics and Thermodynamics
CrsNo PHYS117 HM
Classical and quantum statistical mechanics, including their connection with thermodynamics. Kinetic theory of gases. Applications of these concepts to various physical systems. Prerequisites: PHYS 52 and MATH 62. (Fall)
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PHYS 125 PO - Mechanics
CrsNo PHYS125 PO
When Offered: Each spring.
Instructor(s): D. Tanenbaum
The classical mechanics of Newton, Lagrange and Hamilton. The harmonic oscillator, the two-body problem, systems of oscillators and chaos. Heavy emphasis on problem solving. Prerequisites: MATH 032 PO or MATH 107 PO ; PHYS 041 PO and PHYS 042 PO , or PHYS 070 PO ; and MATH 060 PO .
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PHYS 128 PO - Electronics with Laboratory
CrsNo PHYS128 PO
When Offered: Each spring.
Instructor(s): D. Whitaker
Transistors and integrated circuits in a variety of applications, including operational amplifiers, basic digital circuits, analog/digital conversion and an introduction to microprocessors. Project required. Prerequisite: PHYS 041 PO or PHYS 070 PO .
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PHYS 142 PO - Electricity & Magnetism
CrsNo PHYS142 PO
When Offered: Each spring.
Instructor(s): T. Moore
Electrostatics, steady currents, magnetic fields, induction, Maxwell’s equations, potential theory, material media and radiation theory. Prerequisites: MATH 032 PO or MATH 107 PO ; PHYS 041 PO and PHYS 042 PO , or PHYS 070 PO ; and MATH 060 PO .
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PHYS 148 PO - Computational Methods in Physics
CrsNo PHYS148 PO
When Offered: Offered alternate years; next offered fall 2013.
Instructor(s): A. Zook
Numerical and computational techniques used in modern physical sciences. Numerical methods for differentiation, integration and approximation and for the solution of differential equations and model systems. Examples from numerical modeling of both deterministic and random systems. Prerequisite: MATH 060 PO .
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PHYS 151 HM - Electromagnetic Fields
CrsNo PHYS151 HM
The theory of static and dynamic electromagnetic fields. Topics include multipole fields, Laplace’s equation, the propagation of electromagnetic waves, radiation phenomena and the interaction of the electromagnetic field with matter. Prerequisites: PHYS 111 HM or PHYS 116 HM and MATH 115. (Fall)
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PHYS 154 HM - Fields & Waves
CrsNo PHYS154 HM
The theory of deformable media. Field equations for elastic and fluid media and for conducting fluids in electromagnetic fields. Particular emphasis on body and surface wave solutions of the field equations. Prerequisite: MATH 115. 3 credit hours.
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PHYS 160 PO - Introduction to General Relativity
CrsNo PHYS160 PO
When Offered: Offered alternate years; next offered spring 2014.
Instructor(s): T. Moore
Development of Einstein’s theory of general relativity from basic physical principles. Development of the mathematics of curved spacetime. Astrophysical applications, including spherically symmetric objects, black holes, cosmology and the creation and detection of gravitational waves. Prerequisite: PHYS 125 PO .
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PHYS 161 HM - Topics in Quantum Theory
CrsNo PHYS161 HM
Scattering, including the Born approximation and partial wave expansion. Path integrals. Time-dependent perturbation theory. Quantum theory of the electromagnetic field. Prerequisite: PHYS 116 HM. (Fall)
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PHYS 162 HM - Solid State Physics
CrsNo PHYS162 HM
Selected topics in solid-state physics, including lattice structure, lattice excitations, and the motion and excitations of electrons in metals. Prerequisite: PHYS 117 HM or equivalent. 2 credit hours.
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PHYS 164 HM - Particle Physics
CrsNo PHYS164 HM
Topics in high-energy physics including the fundamental interactions, space-time symmetries, isospin, SU(3) and the quark model and the standard model. Prerequisite: PHYS 116 HM. 2 credit hours.
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PHYS 165 PO - Introduction to Physical Hydrodynamics
CrsNo PHYS165 PO
When Offered: Last offered fall 2011.
This course introduces the ideas underlying fluid mechanics using a fundamental physical approach. It discusses transport coefficients of fluids, the kinematics of continuous media, conservation laws and potential flow. Finally, it concludes with a treatment of vorticity and vortex dynamics, flow at low Reynolds numbers – including suspensions and porous media, boundary layers and hydrodynamic instabilities. Prerequisites: PHYS 125 PO and MATH 102 PO .
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PHYS 166 HM - Geophysics
CrsNo PHYS166 HM
Special topics in geophysical methods and their application to construction of earth models. Prerequisite: PHYS 23-PHYS 24. 2 credit hours.
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PHYS 168 HM - Electrodynamics
CrsNo PHYS168 HM
Selected topics in electrodynamics including wave propagation in material media. Prerequisite: PHYS 151 HM. 2 credit hours.
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PHYS 170 HM - Computational Methods in Physics
CrsNo PHYS170 HM
Typical numerical methods for solving a wide range of problems of current interest in physics. Examples are drawn from mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics, solid state and chemical physics. Prerequisites: PHYS 52 and the ability to program.
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PHYS 170 PO - Quantum Mechanics
CrsNo PHYS170 PO
When Offered: Each fall.
Instructor(s): A. Kwok
The Schroedinger equation, operator methods using Dirac notation, harmonic oscillator, angular momentum and other two- and three-dimensional systems with applications to atoms and molecules. Prerequisites: PHYS 101 PO and MATH 060 PO .
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PHYS 172 HM - General Relativity and Cosmology
CrsNo PHYS172 HM
The principle of equivalence, Riemannian geometry and the Schwarzschild and cosmological solutions of the field equations. Prerequisite: PHYS 111 HM or permission of instructor. 2 credit hours.
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PHYS 174 HM - Biophysics
CrsNo PHYS174 HM
Selected topics in biophysics reflecting active research in the field. Possible topics: imaging techniques, membrane biophysics, sensory transduction, motility. Seminar format. Prerequisite: BIO 52, PHYS 51. 2 credit hours.
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PHYS 174 PO - Contemporary Experimental Physics
CrsNo PHYS174 PO
When Offered: Each spring.
Instructor(s): A. Zook
Experimental study of selected areas in physics and astronomy with emphasis on modern instrumentation and techniques. Discussion of techniques in error analysis and use of professional data presentation packages. Prerequisite: PHYS 101 PO .
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PHYS 175 PO - Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics
CrsNo PHYS175 PO
When Offered: Each spring.
Instructor(s): A. Kwok
Classical thermodynamics, kinetic theory and introduction to statistical mechanics. Prerequisites: PHYS 101 PO and MATH 060 PO .
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PHYS 180 PO - Applied Mathematics for Physicists
CrsNo PHYS180 PO
When Offered: Last offered fall 2011.
Introduction to theory of functions of a complex variable. Evaluation of integrals by residues and other methods. Vector-derivative operations in curvilinear coordinates. Second-order linear differential equations: series and second solutions. Special properties of orthogonal functions: generating functions, recursion relations. Integral transforms. Prerequisites: PHYS 070 PO , or PHYS 041 PO and PHYS 042 PO ; and MATH 102 PO .
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PHYS 183 HM - Teaching Internship
CrsNo PHYS183 HM
An Introduction to K–12 classroom teaching and curriculum development. Internship includes supervision by an appropriate K–12 teacher and a member of the Physics Department and should result in a report of a laboratory experiment, teaching module, or other education innovation or investigation. Internship includes a minimum of three hours per week of classroom participation. Prerequisite: Education 170G at Claremont Graduate University, or corequisite by permission of instructor. (Fall and Spring)
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PHYS 184 HM - Teaching Internship
CrsNo PHYS184 HM
An Introduction to K-12 classroom teaching and curriculum development. Internship includes supervision by an appropriate K-12 teacher and a member of the Physics Department and should result in a report of a laboratory experiment, teaching module, or other education innovation or investigation. Internship includes a minimum of 3 hours per week of classroom participation. Prerequisite: Education 170G. 3 credit hours.
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PHYS 190 PO - Senior Seminar
CrsNo PHYS190 PO
When Offered: Each fall.
Instructor(s): P. Choi
Review and integration of major topics in physics. Reading, presentation and discussion of current research topics. In addition, each student formulates, executes and presents the results of his or her own individual research project, beginning with focused reading and presentations of pertinent research literature (from short communications to review articles), ending with a conference-style progress report. Senior majors or minors only.
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PHYS 191 PO - Senior Thesis
CrsNo PHYS191 PO
When Offered: Each semester.
Instructor(s): Staff
An experimental senior thesis consists of a research project and paper in experimental, theoretical, or computational physics. Full course.
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PHYS 191E PO - Senior Thesis (Experimental)
CrsNo PHYS191E PO
When Offered: Each semester.
Instructor(s): Staff
An experimental senior thesis consisting of a research project and paper in experimental, theoretical or computational physics. Full course. May be repeated once with the department’s permission. Senior majors only.
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PHYS 191L PO - Senior Thesis (Library)
CrsNo PHYS191L PO
When Offered: Last offered spring 2011.
Instructor(s): Staff
A library senior thesis consisting of a thorough and up-to-date literature survey and research paper on a topic of current interest in physics. Seniors whose senior thesis is based on a team project in a Harvey Mudd engineering or physics clinic should also select this thesis option. Half-course. May be repeated once with the department’s permission.
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PHYS 193 HM - Physics Clinic
CrsNo PHYS193 HM
Team projects in applied physics, with corporate affiliation. Prerequisite: Upper-division standing. 3 credit hours. (Fall and Spring.)
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PHYS 193 PO - Senior Comprehensive Examination
CrsNo PHYS193 PO
When Offered: Each semester.
Instructor(s): D. Tanenbaum
Opportunity to demonstrate mastery of introductory and upper-division physics topics studied. P/NC grading only; no course credit. Senior majors only.
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PHYS 194 HM - Physics Clinic
CrsNo PHYS194 HM
Team projects in applied physics, with corporate affiliation. Prerequisite: Upper-division standing. 3 credit hours.
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PHYS 199DRPO - Physics: Directed Readings
CrsNo PHYS199DRPO
When Offered: Each semester.
Instructor(s): Staff
Syllabus reflects workload of a standard course in the department or program. Examinations or papers equivalent to a standard course. Regular interaction with the faculty supervisor. Weekly meetings are the norm. Available for full- or half-course credit.
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PHYS 199IRPO - Physics: Independent Research
CrsNo PHYS199IRPO
When Offered: Each semester.
Instructor(s): Staff
A substantial and significant piece of original research or creative product produced. Pre-requisite course work required. Available for full- or half-course credit.
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PHYS 199RAPO - Physics: Research Assistantship
CrsNo PHYS199RAPO
When Offered: Each semester.
Instructor(s): Staff
Lab notebook, research summary or other product appropriate to the discipline is required. Half-course credit only.
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GOVT 091 CM - Intro Constitutional Law: Civ Lib
CrsNo GOVT091 CM
http://catalog.claremontmckenna.edu/preview_course_incoming.php?cattype=claremont mckenna college catalog&prefix=GOVT&code=091 CM See the Claremont McKenna College Catalog for a description of this course.
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GOVT 111 CM - Politics and Populations
CrsNo GOVT111 CM
See the Claremont McKenna College Catalog for a description of this course.
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POLI 001A PO - Classical Political Theory
CrsNo POLI001A PO
When Offered: Each fall.
Instructor(s): J. Seery; S. McWilliams
Introduction to major works in ancient Greek, Hebraic, Roman Christian and Chinese traditions that have contributed to our understanding of political philosophy and practice. Emergence of the concept of politics; the political role of tragic theatre and poetry; the Socratic challenge to Athens; the Western tradition of epic heroism; the politics of class, race and gender; and the early Christian challenge to Rome.
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POLI 001B PO - Modern Political Theory
CrsNo POLI001B PO
When Offered: Each spring.
Instructor(s): J. Seery; S. McWilliams
Second half of sequence, but does not require or presuppose POLI 001A PO (Classical Political Theory). Themes and concepts associated with modernity: social-contract theory; equality and rights; the origins of democracy, liberalism and individualism; the origins of protest, revolution and radicalism; and economics and the bureaucratic state.
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POLI 002 PO - American Political Thought
CrsNo POLI002 PO
When Offered: Fall 2012.
Instructor(s): S. McWilliams
A Historical and topical review of American political philosophy from the Puritans to the present. Emphasis on such recurrent themes as equality, liberty, individualism and racism.
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POLI 003 PO - Introduction to American Politics
CrsNo POLI003 PO
When Offered: Spring 2013.
Instructor(s): A. Hollis-Brusky; L. Foster
An overview of the institutions, processes and content of politics in the United States. Focus on selective policy issues and contemporary institutional conflicts. May include a lab component in which students analyze political texts and data.
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POLI 005 PO - Introduction to Comparative Politics
CrsNo POLI005 PO
When Offered: Spring 2013.
Instructor(s): E. Crighton
Introduces major analytical approaches in the field of comparative politics and explores contemporary issues in countries (states) around the world. Particular focus on state building and state capacity, democratic and authoritarian regimes, political economy of development, global and local challenges to state sovereignty.
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POLI 007 PO - United States Foreign Policy
CrsNo POLI007 PO
When Offered: Each fall.
Instructor(s): P. Streich
Examines the changes brought about in U.S. foreign policy by the end of the Cold War and the shock of 9/11. This course will look into the domestic and international factors that have led to a sweeping shift in foreign policy since 9/11 and a subsequent readjustment as these policies encountered complex realities.
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POLI 008 PO - Introduction to International Relations
CrsNo POLI008 PO
When Offered: Each semester.
Instructor(s): P. Streich
International conflict and cooperation and the increasing importance of economic and transnational relations in contemporary international politics. A variety of analytic concepts concerning types of international systems and political behavior.
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POLI 030 PO - The United States Congress
CrsNo POLI030 PO
When Offered: Spring 2013.
Instructor(s): D. Menefee-Libey
An investigation of Congress from four perspectives: as an institution, as a collection of politicians, as a legislature and as the focus of national government and policy.
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POLI 033A PO - American Constitutionalism I: Structures of Power
CrsNo POLI033A PO
When Offered: Fall 2012.
Instructor(s): A. Hollis-Brusky
The historical development of American constitutional law and politics related to structures of power. Topics include the establishment of judicial review, the limits on congressional lawmaking, the growth of presidential authority and the relationship between federal and state governments from the founding to the present.
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POLI 033B PO - American Constitutionalism II: Rights and Liberties
CrsNo POLI033B PO
When Offered: Spring 2013.
Instructor(s): A. Hollis-Brusky
The historical development of American constitutional law and politics related to rights and liberties. Topics include property, freedom of speech and religion, equality, autonomy and privacy and criminal process from the founding to the present.
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POLI 035 PO - City of Angels, City of Quartz
CrsNo POLI035 PO
When Offered: Spring 2013.
Instructor(s): L. Foster
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