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PHYS 451 - Principles of Contemporary Physics

Credits 3

A non mathematical introduction to twentieth century physics: relativity, quantum mechanics, the physics of solids, and fundamental particles.

Note
Not open to physics majors. Credit is not granted for both PHYS 451 and PHYS 452.

Repeat for Credit
N

Requisites
Prerequisite: PHYS 101.

Typically Offered
Spring

K-State 8
Empirical and Quantitative Reasoning
K-State 8 Tag 2
Natural and Physical Sciences


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