PHYSICSH7A

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PHYSICS H7A - Physics for Scientists and Engineers

Physics Undergraduate CLS - College of Letters and Science

Subject

PHYSICS

Course Number

H7A

Department

Course Level

Undergraduate

Course Title

Physics for Scientists and Engineers

Course Description

Honors sequence corresponding to 7A-7B-7C, but with a greater emphasis on theory as opposed to problem solving. Recommended for those students who have had advanced Physics on the high school level and who are intending to declare a major in physics. Entrance into H7A is decided on the basis of performance on an examination given during the first week of class or the consent of the instructor, and into H7B-H7C on performance in previous courses in a standard sequence.

Minimum

4

Maximum

4

Grading Basis

Default Letter Grade; P/NP Option

Method of Assessment

Written Exam

Instructors

Staff

Breadth

Physical Science

Prerequisites

High school physics; Math 1A; Math 1B (may be taken concurrently)

Repeat Rules

Course is not repeatable for credit.

Formats

Discussion, Laboratory, Lecture

Term

Fall and Spring

Duration (in weeks)

15

Minimum Hours

3

Maximum Hours

3

Minimum Hours

1

Maximum Hours

1

Minimum Hours

3

Maximum Hours

3

Minimum Hours

5

Maximum Hours

5