PHYS 2120 University Physics II

Introduction to the study of electromagnetism. Topics include electrostatics and electric fields, electric current and circuits, magnetostatics and magnetic fields, and electromagnetic waves. Lecture and laboratory.

Registration Name

University Physics II

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

2

Credits

4

Prerequisite

PHYS 2110

Corequisite

PHYS 2120L

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Apply the equations and concepts of electricity and magnetism to the motion of particles in space.
2. Calculate voltages, currents, and equivalent resistances of both DC and alternating currents.
3. Compare the wave equations of sound and light.
4. Learn the equations of geometric optics.