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Physics
Introduction to Research in Physics
This course will develop skills necessary to be successful in scientific research, such as programming, data analysis, and scientific writing and communication. Students will explore methods relevant for both experimental and theoretical physics through interactive activities. As a concrete application of these ideas, students will learn about dark matter and current attempts to identify its true nature. The readings will introduce concepts in astroparticle physics, potential theory, collisionless systems, and scattering theory. Students will receive guidance in identifying summer research opportunities and applying for funding support.
PHY 235
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Galactic Exploration with Invisible Light
Students in the course will use a 60-foot radio telescope dish to study radio signals emitted by the Milky Way. To analyze data from the dish, students will employ the Python programming language. These data will be used to observe the arms of the galaxy and to determine the velocity of the Sun with respect to nearby stars. The data will also be used to map out a galactic rotation curve, which provides evidence for the existence of dark matter.
PHY 240 SEL
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Thermal Physics
A unified introduction to the physics of systems with many degrees of freedom: thermodynamics and statistical mechanics, both classical and quantum. Applications will include phase equilibrium, classical and quantum gases, and properties of solids. Three lectures. Prerequisites: Any one of PHY 106, 205, 207 or 208, or instructor's permission.
PHY 301 SEN
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Advanced Dynamics
The course covers advanced topics in classical dynamics including an exploration of phenomena associated with deterministic chaos in non-integrable systems. Proficiency with Lagrangian and Hamiltonian dynamics, multi-variable calculus, differential equations and linear algebra are assumed, although the math may be taken concurrently. Applications span a range of disciplines beyond physics, including climate science, parametric biological modeling, and behavioral economics. The class consists of a lecture, in-class demonstrations and discussion. The course is not open to first year students without permission of the physics DUS.
PHY 303 SEN
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Advanced Electromagnetism
Extensions of electromagnetic theory including some important applications of Maxwell's equations. Solutions to Laplace's equation--boundary value problems. Retarded potentials. Electromagnetic waves and radiation. Special relativity. Mathematical tools developed as required. Two 90-minute lectures. Prerequisites: 104 or 106.
PHY 304 SEN
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Introduction to the Quantum Theory
A second course on the basic principles of quantum mechanics with emphasis on applications to problems from atomic and solid-state physics. Two 90-minute lectures. Prerequisites: 208.
PHY 305 SEN
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Experimental Physics
The course offers six different experiments from the advanced laboratory collection. Experiments include Josephson effect, ß-decay, holography, Mössbauer spectroscopy, optical pumping. Lectures stress modern experimental methods and devices. One lecture, one laboratory.
PHY 312 SEL
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Mathematical Methods of Physics
Mathematical methods and techniques that are essential for modern theoretical physics. Topics such as group theory, Lie algebras, and differential geometry are discussed and applied to concrete physical problems. Special attention will be given to mathematical techniques that originated in physics, such as functional integration and current algebras. Three classes. Prerequisite: MAT 330 or instructor's permission.
PHY 403 MAT 493 QCR
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Selected Topics in Condensed Matter Theory
This course serves as an introduction to the rapidly growing field of topological insulators and superconductors. The course will present old topics such as band theory, insulators, metals, ferromagnets, superconductors, but emphasis will be on the new topological phenomena that these systems are now known to harbor. Many experts in this field are home-grown on Princeton soil, and this course provides a unique opportunity for students to interact with them. There are ample opportunities for research in both theory and experiments.
PHY 404
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Modern Physics I: Condensed-Matter Physics
An introduction to modern condensed-matter physics, this course builds on quantum and statistical mechanics to study the electronic properties of solids, including band theory. Metals, quantum Hall effects, semiconductors, superconductors and magnetism, as well as phase transitions in condensed systems and structure and dynamic of solids and liquid crystals. Two 90-minute lectures. Prerequisites: PHY 208, PHY 301, and PHY 305.
PHY 405 SEN