Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025Class Size32 studentsCredits5PrerequisitePrerequisite: PHYS 4A and MATH C2220 Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · Cal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B1DescriptionA calculus-based introduction to the basic principles of wave motion, thermodynamics, optics and modern physics. Topics include classical wave theory, thermodynamics, wave-particle duality, reflection, refraction, interference, diffraction, optical elements and systems, applications of Schrodinger’s equation, atomic structure, molecular structure, the quantum nature of solids, special and general relativity, nuclear physics, particle physics, and cosmology. Experiments in lab will examine some of the basic phenomena in wave motion, thermodynamics, optics, and modern physics. The use of common, modern instruments, e.g. digital storage oscilloscopes, lasers, spectrometers, will be learned and practiced during the experiments.Usually HeldThu 12:30pm–3:20pm, Tue Thu 10:30am–12:20pm 