PHYS 196 - Electricity and Magnetism

    Recent Professors
    Lorenza Levy, Gerardo Scappaticci, Christopher David Maasch
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    24 students
    Credits
    5
    Prerequisite
    PHYS 195 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · Cal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B1 · CSU GE Area B3
    Description
    This is the second course of a three-semester calculus-based general physics sequence. Topics include the basic principles and applications of electrostatics; magnetostatics; time-varying electric and magnetic phenomena; direct and alternating current circuits; elementary electronics; and electromagnetic waves. Emphasis is placed on the mathematical analysis of physical problems. Laboratory work on various aspects of electric and magnetic phenomena emphasizing direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC) circuits is included. This course is intended for students majoring in the physical sciences or engineering.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 8:55am–11:00am, Mon Wed 8:55am–11:00am, Mon 11:10am–2:15pm, Mon 11:10am–2:30pm