PHYS114

Electrical and Quantum Physics

18 points

Not offered 2010, offered in 2007, 2008, 2009

For further information see Physics and Astronomy

Description

Electrostatics, dielectrics, D.C. circuits, magnetic fields, induction, A.C. circuits, introductory quantum physics, conduction in solids, semiconductors, transistors, radioactivity, elementary particles.

Prerequisites

(1) PHYS113; or (2) 18 credits NCEA Level 3 Physics and 18 Credits NCEA Level 3 Mathematics with Calculus. These prerequisites may be replaced by other background as approved by the Head of Department.

Restrictions

PHYS115, PHYS116 (prior to 2006)