Engineering Physics (Comprehensive)

1. General Education (See General Education section of catalog)
   Specific General Education Requirements: CSC 111(3); PHY 203(5); MTH 261(5); ENG 321(3)

2. Major Requirements (67-69 hours)

   1. CSC 121(3) or CSC 125(4); MTH 280(5), 302(3), 303(3); PHY 204(5), 252(3), 343(3), 352(3), 375(3), 391(3), 392(3)

   2. Select one of the following options (30-31 hours)

      1. Computer Engineering: PHY 220(4), 324(4), 353(3), 354(3), 385(2), 386(1), 475(3) or MAT 580(3), PHY 485(3), 486(1), 524(4), 558(3)

      2. Materials Science: PHY 353(3), 385(2), 386(1), 475(3), or MAT 580(3), 476(3), 485(3), 486(1), 558(3); MAT 540(3), 550(3). In addition at least 5 hours chosen from: PHY 463(3), 543(3), 553(3), 575(3), BMS 514(2).

      3. Personalized: IDM 110(3); PHY 333(3), 353(3), 386(1), 486(1); plus 19 hours of optional computer science, mathematics, and science courses in a program covering some engineering specialty. This emphasis is to be developed with the student’s advisor and is subject to approval of the head of the Department of Physics, Astronomy, and Materials Science.

3. General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements (see “Academic Programs and Requirements” section of catalog)

Physics (Non-Comprehensive)

1. General Education (see General Education section of catalog)
   Specific General Education Requirements: PHY 203(5), MTH 261(5), ENG 321(3)

2. Major Requirements

   1. PHY 204(5), 333(3), 343(3), 352(3), 353(3), 375(3), 385(2), 386(1), 391(3), 476(3), 485(1), 486(1)

   2. At least one course selected from: AST 115(4), 311(3), 315(3); PHY 324(4), 392(3), 463(3), 475(3)

   3. At least one course selected from: PHY 533(3), 543(3), 553(3), 575(3)

   4. Related mathematics requirements: MTH 280(5), 302(3), 303(3)

3. Minor Required

4. General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements  (see “Academic Programs and Requirements” section of catalog)

Physics Education

1. General Education (see General Education section of catalog) The following required courses can be used to meet both General Education and Major Requirements: BIO 121(4); MTH 261(5); CSC 111(3); GRY 108(3); AST 115(4) or CHM 160(4) or PHY 100(4)

2. Major Requirements

   1. Core (22 hours): PHY 100(4), 203(5), 204(5), 375(3), 385(2), 509(3)

   2. Major Electives (8 hours): Select additional hours from any PHY or AST course numbered at or above 200, except for PHY 501, with no more than 3 hours at the 200 level

   3. Related Requirements (34 hours): MTH 261(5), 280(5), 302(3); CSC 111(3); AST 115(4); BIO121(4); CHM 160(4); GRY 108(3); SCI 505(3)

3. Professional Education Courses (37 hours): SCI 214(2), 314(3), 414 (3), 493(6), 494(6); and the Professional Education Required Core and Competencies (see "Teacher Certification, Teacher Education Program and Secondary Education Requirements" section of catalog).

4. General Baccalaureate Degree Requirements (see “Academic Programs and Requirements” section of catalog)

5. In order to meet Missouri state teacher certification requirements, candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Education degree are required to meet the following grade point average requirements: at least a 2.50 GPA on all coursework attempted at all colleges attended; at least a 2.50 GPA in the certificate subject area (major field of study) which includes all courses listed under B; at least a 2.50 GPA in any additional certificate subject area; at least a 2.50 GPA in the professional education courses; and no grade lower than a “C” in all professional education courses. All GPA requirements include both Missouri State and transfer grades.

Astronomy

1. AST 114(4) or 115(4); AST 311(3)

2. Complete two of the following: AST 313(3), 315(3), 317(3)

3. Complete additional physics or astronomy courses to bring total to 18 hours with no more  than 10 hours of courses numbered below 300. Recommended electives: AST 110(1) if AST 114 was taken;
   PHY 123(4), 124(4), 386(1), 486(1)

Environmental Physics Technology

1. PHY 123(4), 124(4), 352(3), 373(3)
2. CHM 105(5) or 160(4); GRY 135(4)

Physics

1. PHY 203(5), 204(5)
2. Electives from any other physics courses to bring total to 20 hours with no more than 14 hours of courses numbered below 300.

Astronomy Courses

AST 110 Astronomical Observations 1(0-2), D

Prerequisite: eligibility for MTH 101. An introductory laboratory course stressing the techniques of astronomical observation and analysis of observed data. Students will have an opportunity to use telescopes and instruments at the Baker Observatory.

AST 111 Astronomical Frontiers 2(2-0), D

A general interest course which will explore in detail, but nonmathematically, current subject areas of astronomy and astrophysics, such as quasars, black holes, and the origin of the universe, which attract the greatest attention in the media and among the general public.

AST 113 Modern Astronomy 3(3-0), F,S

An introduction to our present knowledge of the nature of the universe, the galaxies, the stars, and the planets. A description of the natural laws and physical observations which are leading us to an understanding of our place in the cosmos.

AST 114 Survey of Astronomy 4(4-0), F,S

Prerequisite: eligibility for MTH 101. General Education Course (Natural World) Historical and descriptive aspects of astronomy; topics of current interest related to space science. Cannot receive credit for both AST 114 and 115.

AST 115 Basic Astronomy 4(3-2), F,S

Prerequisite: eligibility for MTH 101. General Education Course (Natural World) Historical and descriptive aspects of astronomy; topics of current interest related to space science. Laboratory consists of observations with telescopes and of experiments pertinent to the field. Cannot receive credit for both AST 114 and 115.

AST 311 Astronomical Techniques 3(2-2), F

Prerequisite: MTH 135 and; either AST 114 or AST 115. Intermediate level course; actual techniques of astronomical observation, methods of analysis of these observations, possible interpretations of acquired data. In laboratory, each student obtains his observations for study in spectroscopy, photometry, photography, and CCD imaging.

AST 313 The New Solar Systems 3(3-0), FO

Prerequisite: AST 114 or 115, MTH 138 or equivalent, or permission. A modern inquiry of the planets, comets, asteroids, and other members of our solar system and the planets of other stellar systems, based on recent interplanetary explorations and Earth-based observations. Cannot receive credit for both AST 313 and AST 513.

AST 315 The Lives and Deaths of Stars 3(3-0), SO

Prerequisite: AST 114 or 115, MTH 138 or equivalent, or permission. The structure of stars, processes at work in stellar atmospheres, the formation process, and the evolution of stars into white dwarfs, neutron stars, or black holes. Cannot receive credit for both AST 315 and AST 515.

AST 317 Our Universe, the Final Frontier 3(3-0), SE

Prerequisite: AST 114 or 115, MTH 138 or equivalent, or permission. Modern views on the structure of the Universe: its past, present, and future. Topics include the structure and content of our Galaxy and other galaxies, clusters of galaxies, the Big Bang theory (including Inflation), and the eventual fate of our Universe. Cannot receive credit for both AST 317 and AST 517.

AST 513 Solar and Extra-Solar Systems 3(3-0), FO

Prerequisite: AST 114 or 115, MTH 303 or equivalent, or permission. Formation of planetary systems, planetary dynamics, and comparative planetology. Project required. Cannot receive credit for both AST 313 and AST 513.

AST 515 Stellar Structure and Evolution 3(3-0), SO

Prerequisite: AST 114 or 115, MTH 303 or equivalent, or permission. Basic concepts of stellar structure, atmospheres, and evolution. Project required. Cannot receive credit for both AST 315 and AST 515.

AST 517 Galaxies and Cosmology 3(3-0), SE

Prerequisite: AST 114 or 115, MTH 303 or equivalent, or permission. Study of galaxies and the Universe. Topics include the structure and content of our Galaxy and other galaxies, clusters of galaxies, the Big Bang theory (including Inflation), and the eventual fate of our Universe. Project required. Cannot receive credit for both AST 317 and AST 517.

AST 611 Astronomy for Teachers 3(2-2)

Theory and techniques of observational astronomy.

Materials Science Courses

MAT 509 Special Topics in Materials Science 1-3, D

Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Variable content, variable credit course. Topics to be chosen from current areas of interest in Materials Science. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours with a different topic.

MAT 540 Thermodynamics of Materials 3(3-0), F

Prerequisite: PHY 343 or CHM 506 or permission. Review of classical thermodynamics, equilibrium in thermodynamic systems, the statistical interpretation of entropy, unary and multi-component systems, thermodynamics of phase diagrams and phase equilibrium.

MAT 550 Introduction to Materials Science 3(3-0), F

Prerequisite: PHY 375 or CHM 507 or permission. Investigation of the relationships that exist between the structure, properties, processing and performance of materials. Different types of materials will be studied with a special emphasis on polymers and semiconductors. Structure-property correlations, including electronic, thermal, and mechanical properties, will be presented for these materials.

MAT 580 Structure of Solids 3(3-0), F

Prerequisite: PHY 375 or CHM 507 or permission. Review of quantum mechanics, followed by an in-depth study of crystal structures, energy band structures in solids, lattice dynamics, and a survey of the physical properties of solids.

MAT 620 Advanced Quantum Mechanics 3(3-0), S

Prerequisite: PHY 575. Advanced topics in quantum mechanics including variational methods, approximation techniques, time-independent and time- dependent perturbation theory, second quantization, and the interactions of light with matter.

MAT 650 Experimental Design 3(1-4), F

Laboratory techniques necessary for the development of instrumentation. Topics will include elementary computer interfacing, prototype design, mechanical and electronic construction, and reliability testing. The student will develop, design and build a test instrument and study each of the above topics during this process.

MAT 658 Optoelectronic Materials 3(3-0), S

Prerequisite: MAT 580. Course includes the study of advanced electronic properties of materials, lattice dynamics, and a survey of the optical-electronic interactions in materials.

MAT 660 Experiments in Physical Characterization 3(1-4), S

Prerequisite: MAT 550 and MAT 580. Laboratory techniques in electronic, optical, and thermal characterization of materials. Students will become familiar with equipment and procedures used in research and commercial laboratories.

MAT 670 Vapor Synthesis of Materials 3(1-4), S

Prerequisite: MAT 550 and MAT 540. Experimental techniques in the vapor deposition of thin film materials used in the electronics industry. Some modification of the resulting films including chemical doping and ion implantation will also be studied. Experimental methods including computer control and analysis will be studied.

MAT 680 Polymer Preparation and Characterization 3(1-4), S

Prerequisite: MAT 550 and MAT 660. Preparation of polymers, including the techniques of condensation polymerization, free radical polymerization, and if time permits, plasma polymerization. Characterization experiments will be viscosity measurements, differential scanning calorimetry, and thermal gravimetric analysis. Film preparation including spin coating, aspiration, and doctor blade systems will also be investigated.

MAT 690 Statistical Applications in Materials Science 3(3-0), S

Prerequisite: MAT 550. Selective topics in materials science important to the design, testing, fabrication, and manufacture of materials whose underlying theme is mathematical modeling based in statistical methods. The topics include mass transport in solids, atomic diffusion on surfaces, adsorption and desorption on surfaces, epitaxial growth, degradation of materials, queuing theory, and operations research.

MAT 698 Seminar in Materials Science 1, S

Prerequisite: candidate for the MS degree in Materials Science. Selected topics in materials science of a theoretical, experimental, or applied nature with an emphasis on recent developments and their impact. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 hours.

MAT 699 Research in Materials Science 1-6, D

Prerequisite: permission. Supervised research in areas of materials science. May be repeated, but no more than 12 hours may be counted toward the M.S. degree.

Physics Courses

PHY 100 Survey of Physics with Laboratory 4(3-2), F

General Education Course (Natural World) Description of nature as seen by physicists; effects this description and new scientific discoveries will have on society. Laboratories consist of discussions of current relations between science and society, demonstration of precise experimental apparatus, some actual involvement with the experimental method.

PHY 101 Physics by Inquiry for Educators 4(2-4), F,S

General Education Course (Natural World) This course is open only to early childhood, elementary, middle school, and special education majors. Laboratory experiences model inquiry teaching methods appropriate for use in early childhood, elementary and middle school science lessons. Science content includes mechanics, optics, heat, electricity and magnetism, properties of materials. Students will increase their understanding of the nature of science.

PHY 123 Introduction to Physics I 4(3-2), F,S

Prerequisite: eligibility for MTH 261 on mathematics placement test; CIS/CSC 101 or CSC 111 or pass spreadsheet competency examination administered by the Department of Computer Science. General Education Course (Natural World) An introduction to physical theories covering the content areas of mechanics, fluids, sound, and thermodynamics. A knowledge of the laws of Physics will help the student better understand the world and how these laws can be used to make informed decisions to improve society. A grade of "C" or better is required in this course to take PHY 124.

PHY 124 Introduction to Physics II 4(3-2), F,S

Prerequisite: "C" grade or better in PHY 123. A continuation of PHY 123 in the content areas of electricity and magnetism, electronics, and optics.

PHY 131 Mini Physics 1(1-0), F,S

A course whose various sections treat physics or astronomy from a contemporary, historical and/or theoretical point of view. Students should check the current registration schedule to determine the topic associated with each section being offered. Course may be repeated, provided topic and title are different, to a total of 5 hours. Variable Content Course.

PHY 141 Mini Physics Laboratory 1(0-2), F,S

A laboratory course explaining the use of scientific equipment and experimental procedures. Students should check the current registration schedule to determine the topic and titles for any given semester. Since the content of this course varies from semester to semester, it may be repeated, provided the topic title is different, to a total of 5 hours. Variable Content Course.

PHY 203 Foundations of Physics I 5(3-4), F,S

Prerequisite: MTH 261 (or concurrent enrollment in MTH 261 if a score of 30 or higher was received on the mathematics section of the ACT). General Education Course (Natural World) Students must be skilled in using the Microsoft Excel spreadsheet program. (see the Department of Physics, Astronomy, and Materials Science for a list of required spreadsheet skills). First of two semesters in basic calculus physics. Lecture and laboratory topics covered include mechanics, waves, and thermodynamics. A grade of "C" or better is required in this course to take PHY 204. Supplemental course fee.

PHY 204 Foundations of Physics II 5(3-4), F,S

Prerequisite: "C" grade or better in PHY 203 and; either MTH 280 (or concurrent enrollment in MTH 280) or MTH 288. Students must be skilled in using the Microsoft Excel spreadsheet program (see the Department of Physics, Astronomy, and Materials Science for a list of required spreadsheet skills). Continuation of PHY 203 with lecture and laboratories covering electricity, magnetism, and optics. Supplemental course fee.

PHY 220 Introduction to Structure and Logic of Digital Computers 4(2-4), F,S

Prerequisite: eligibility for MTH 261. Introduction to the internal structures of digital computers; design of gates, flipflops, registers, and memories to perform operations on numerical and other data represented in binary form. Laboratory uses logical blocks for experiments with combinational and sequential networks and simple digital systems. Supplemental course fee.

PHY 233 Engineering Statics 3(3-0), S

Prerequisite: PHY 203. Application of mechanics to equilibrium problems; topics include principles of center of mass, resultant force, friction, moment of inertia, torque, etc. Course does not satisfy any requirement for a physics major or minor.

PHY 252 Introduction to Circuit Analysis 3(3-0), S

Prerequisite: MTH 280. A study of Kirkoff's current and voltage laws, resistive circuits with DC sources, network analysis by node voltages and mesh currents, Thevenin's and Norton's theorems, and first order circuits.

PHY 300 Service Learning in Physics 1, F,S

Prerequisite: 30 hours and concurrent registration in a Physics course designated as a service learning offering. This service component for an existing course incorporates community service with classroom instruction in Physics to provide an integrative learning experience that addresses the practice of citizenship and promotes an awareness of and participation in public affairs. Includes 40 hours of service that benefits an external community organization, agency, or public service provider. Approved service placements and assignments will vary depending on the specific course topic and learning objectives; a list of approved placements and assignments is available from the instructor and the Citizenship and Service Learning Office. May be repeated but no more than 2 hours of service learning may count toward graduation.

PHY 324 Instrumental/Computer Interfacing 4(2-4), F,S

Prerequisite: PHY 220. An introduction to computer architecture, machine/assembly language programming, and peripheral interfacing. Topics include microprocessor operation, addressing modes, memory organization, microprocessor buses, reset and interrupts, parallel I/O, serial I/O, timers, and analog/digital conversions.

PHY 333 Intermediate Mechanics 3(3-0), F

Prerequisite: PHY 203 and PHY 391 and MTH 303. Classical mechanics of particles. Topics include kinematics, dynamics, oscillations, central forces, conservation theorems, scattering, and an introduction to the Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formulations of mechanics.

PHY 343 Thermal Physics 3(3-0), S

Prerequisite: PHY 203 and MTH 302 (or concurrent enrollment in MTH 302). The macroscopic laws of thermodynamics and the microscopic foundation for those laws. Topics include the microcanonical, canonical, and grand canonical ensembles; Maxwell-Boltzmann, Fermi-Dirac, and Bose-Einstein statistics; equation of state, thermodynamic potentials, Maxwell's relations, and phase transitions.

PHY 352 Electronic Circuit Design 3(1-4), F

Prerequisite: PHY 124 or PHY 204. An introduction to the design, construction, and evaluation of basic electronic circuits is presented. The topics for the course include multistage discrete bipolar transistor and FET amplifiers, linear integrated circuits, and regulated power supplies. The circuit analysis tools will include electronic instrumentation and computer simulations.

PHY 353 Elementary Field Theory 3(3-0), F

Prerequisite: PHY 204 and PHY 391. An introduction to the theory of electric and magnetic fields and their sources. Topics include electrostatic and magnetostatic fields in a vacuum, electric potential, magnetic vector potential, electromagnetic fields, and Maxwell's equations.

PHY 354 Signals and Systems 3(3-0), S

Prerequisite: PHY 252 and PHY 392. An introduction to continuous time and discrete time signals is presented. Basic system properties such as causality, linearity, time invariance, time and frequency domain representations, and digital fiber design and analysis will be studied. General analysis techniques will include matrix algebra, complex variables, Fourier transforms, and Laplace transforms.

PHY 373 Radiation Physics 3(2-2), F

Prerequisite: PHY 124 or PHY 204. Theory of and measurement techniques for electromagnetic and particulate radiation.

PHY 375 Twentieth Century Physics I 3(3-0), F

Prerequisite: PHY 204 and MTH 302 (or concurrent enrollment in MTH 302). An introduction to the major developments in physics during this century. Topics include the special theory of relativity, the experimental basis for quantum mechanics, wave-particle duality, introductory quantum mechanics of one-dimensional systems, nuclear physics, and elementary particle physics.

PHY 385 Experiments in Twentieth Century Physics 2(1-2), S

Prerequisite: PHY 375. A study of basic experimental techniques, data analysis, and analysis of experimental errors. Laboratory experiments chosen from physical phenomena discovered in the twentieth century and may include photoelectric effect, Hall effect, Frank-Hertz experiment, electron spin resonance, and others.

PHY 386 Undergraduate Research I 1(1-0), F,S

Prerequisite: permission. An introduction to research that requires the selection of a suitable research project, completing a written feasibility study for the proposed project, and making all necessary preparations for the actual pursuit of the project in PHY 486. Graded Pass/Not Pass only.

PHY 390 Interdisciplinary Topics in Physics 1-4, D

Prerequisite: permission. Topics of interdisciplinary nature; usually team-taught by members of the disciplines involved. Typical topics chosen from: space physics (e.g. lunar studies), chemical physics (e.g. spectroscopy), biophysics, geophysics, mathematical physics, etc. Since credit and topics vary, the course may be repeated to a total of 6 hours. Variable Content Course.

PHY 391 Mathematics for Science and Engineering I 3(3-0), S

Prerequisite: MTH 302. A study of mathematical techniques widely used in science and engineering. Topics covered include series solutions to differential equations, Fourier series and transforms, vector calculus, matrix algebra, complex functions, and partial differential equations.

PHY 392 Mathematics for Science and Engineering II 3(3-0), D

Prerequisite: PHY 391. A continuation of PHY 391 with topics selected from complex integration, numerical solutions to differential equations, special functions, probability distribution functions, and group theory.

PHY 399 Cooperative Education in Physics 1-3, D

Prerequisite: acceptance into the Cooperative Education Program and permission. The opportunity to earn academic credit in a planned learning process that integrates academic training with a supervised work experience. This is a variable content course that may be repeated to a total of 6 hours.

PHY 409 Selected Topics in Physics 1-5, D

Prerequisite: permission. Advanced topics in physics which may vary from year to year. Some typical topics: solid state, nuclear structure, plasmas, fluids, astrophysics, applied group theory. Inter-disciplinary topics such as atmospheric physics and spectroscopy might also be offered. Since credit and topics vary, the course may be repeated to a total of 6 hours. Variable Content Course.

PHY 463 Physical Optics 3(3-0), F

Prerequisite: PHY 204 and PHY 391. Treatment of optical phenomena including waves, superposition, interference, diffraction, polarization, electromagnetic character of light, and light sources and their spectra.

PHY 475 Introduction to Solid State Physics 3(3-0), D

Prerequisite: PHY 375. An introduction to the mechanical, thermal, and electronic behavior of solids. Topics include crystal structure, reciprocal lattice, crystal binding, phonons, free electron theory, and energy band theory.

PHY 476 Twentieth Century Physics II 3(3-0), S

Prerequisite: PHY 375 and PHY 391 and MTH 303. A continuation of PHY 375. Topics include applications of quantum mechanics, atomic physics, and spectroscopic notation.

PHY 485 Instrumentation Circuit Design 3(1-4), S

Prerequisite: PHY 352. A study of a variety of basic transducers used to make measurements of temperature, light, and mechanical forces, and the design of analog integrated circuits used to interface those transducers to computers.

PHY 486 Undergraduate Research II 1(0-2), F,S

Prerequisite: PHY 386. A continuation of PHY 386 in which the feasibility study from PHY 386 and the research project outcome are to be combined in a written report following a format required for journal publication. An oral presentation of this work will be reviewed by the faculty. Graded Pass/Not Pass only.

PHY 495 Readings in Physics 1-4, D

Prerequisite: permission of department head. Independent reading; topics not offered in regular courses. Course may be repeated to a total of 4 hours.

PHY 499 Honors Project in Physics 1-3, D

Prerequisite: permission of department head. Enrollment limited to students of distinguished capability and industry. Students must consult with the physics and astronomy staff concerning their proposed problem prior to enrollment for this course. This course may be repeated to a total of 5 hours.

PHY 501 Physics and Astronomy By Inquiry 2(1-2), F

Prerequisite: 70 hours including PHY 101. This course is a continuation of PHY 101. Additional topics in mechanics, optics, heat, electricity and magnetism will be covered. The course will also include an introduction to Astronomy. Concepts will be explored using the inquiry approach. Will not count towards a major or minor in physics.

PHY 509 Special Topics in Physics and Astronomy 1-3, D

Prerequisite: permission. Variable content, variable credit course. Topics to be chosen from current areas of interest. May be repeated to a total of 6 hours with different topic.

PHY 524 (424) Digital Signal Processing 4(2-4), S

Prerequisite: PHY 324 and PHY 354. Development of real-time digital signal processing systems using a DSP microprocessor, with an introduction to discrete-time signals and systems, discrete Fourier transforms, and digital filter designs.

PHY 533 Advanced Mechanics 3(3-0), D

Prerequisite: PHY 333. Advanced treatment of the dynamics of particles, rigid bodies, and continuous media. Topics include moving coordinate systems, rigid body motion, mechanics of continuous media, and theory of small vibrations.

PHY 543 Kinetic Theory and Statistical Mechanics 3(3-0), D

Prerequisite: PHY 343 and PHY 375 and PHY 391. An introduction to statistical theories of physical systems containing large numbers of particles. Topics include the microcanonical, canonical, and grand canonical ensembles, the connection of statistical physics to thermodynamics, Boltzmann statistics, Bose-Einstein statistics, Fermi-Dirac statistics, and applications.

PHY 553 Electromagnetic Field Theory 3(3-0), D

Prerequisite: PHY 353. Mathematical treatment of electric and magnetic fields in a vacuum and in matter. Topics include solutions to Laplace's and Poisson's equations, multipole expansion of the electric potential, electric fields in matter, potential formulations of electrodynamics, electric and magnetic field boundary conditions, and electromagnetic waves.

PHY 558 Physics of Semiconductor Devices 3(3-0), D

Prerequisite: PHY 352 and PHY 375 and PHY 391. Topics will be selected from: band structure and electron statistics in semiconductors, doping and carrier transport in homogeneous materials, p-n function and its characteristics under bias, bipolar devices, unipolar devices, MOSFETs, light-emitting diodes, semiconductor lasers, and integrated circuits.

PHY 575 Quantum Mechanics 3(3-0), F

Prerequisite: PHY 375. A mathematical development of the principles of quantum mechanics and their application to selected systems. Topics include Schrodinger's equation, operators, Heisenberg uncertainty principle, angular momentum, and applications, including the hydrogen atom.

PHY 590 Applied Group Theory 3(3-0), D

Prerequisite: PHY 333. Recommended: PHY 533 and MTH 533. Basic concepts of point groups as applied to molecular vibrations in relation to Raman and IR emission and absorption; continuous groups as applied to quantum mechanics.

PHY 601 Workshop on Topical Issues in Science Education 1-3, D

Prerequisite: permission. Workshop to upgrade understanding of selected topics in science, and improve elementary, middle school and/or secondary science teaching. Each workshop will include performance and analysis of appropriate investigations to enhance understanding of the selected topics. Number of class hours determined by semester hours of credit. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours provided the topics are different. Variable Content Course.

PHY 685 Physics Laboratory for Teachers 3(1-4), D

Prerequisite: permission. Performance and analysis of secondary laboratory experiments in physics.

PHY 690 Seminar in Physics 2(2-0), D

Prerequisite: permission. Extensive paper on agreed topic in physics or astronomy to be read before staff seminars. May be repeated to a total of 4 hours.

PHY 699 Research in Natural and Applied Sciences 1-6, D

Prerequisite: permission of department head. Supervised research in the natural and applied sciences. May be repeated, but no more than 12 hours may be counted toward the masters degree. Credit may not be applied toward the Master of Science degree in Materials Science.