Given the general fear regarding radiation levels around Japan, this seems the perfect time to give a short introduction to this important topic. There is a lot of confusion regarding radiation and ...

Students learn to distinguish between scalar and vector quantities. Introduction to Vectors: Students learn to distinguish between scalar and vector quantities and how to state the magnitude and ...

Tutorial: Tu 9:30-10:20 (AQ 5005) (Note: There will be no tutorial the first week of classes.) 45 credit hours in a science program, including CHEM 122, MATH 152 (or 155), PHYS 121 (or 102 or 126 or ...

This course is aimed a science and engineering students interested in pursuing careers in the broad field of Quantum Information Science and Engineering, which is an emerging field located at the ...

Growing dependence on science and technology in all areas of human life makes desirable the familiarity and knowledge with fundamental physics concepts without becoming a physics major. Physics ...

At William & Mary, most students do not declare a major until the spring of their second year. However, if physics is a potential major for you, we recommend that you take General Physics (PHYS101/102 ...

The first evidence of a gravitational wave detected 100 years after Einstein imagined it -- proof that space actually vibrates -- drew standing-room only enthusiasts to two explanatory sessions this ...

THE first edition of Prof. Richtmyer's book has been appreciated by so many physicists that the appearance of a second edition is bound to be warmly welcomed, and it is only necessary here to note the ...

This course is aimed at science and engineering students interested in pursuing careers in the broad field of Quantum Information Science and Engineering, which is an emerging field located at the ...