College Physics III (130-C-66)

Instructors

Andrew Rivers
847/467-7100
1918 Sheridan
Dr. Andrew Rivers joined the Northwestern University Physics department in 1999 and has since taught a courses in physics and astronomy including the introductory physics sequence, Modern Cosmology, and Highlights of Astronomy. Andrew was awarded the Weinberg College Distinguished Teaching Award in 2008 and has been named to the Associated Student Government faculty-administrator honor roll 6 times. Andrew serves as a Weinberg College adviser and has been active in Northwestern's Residential College (RC) system, serving as Faculty Master of the Cultural and Community Studies RC from 2004-2009. He assisted in development of the Gateway Science Workshop program in physics and has worked on other curricular innovations within the Northwestern community. Andrew's Ph.D. research included a large scale radio survey of the so-called "Zone of Avoidance": his project revealed 20 previously unknown nearby galaxies.

Meeting Info

Tech Institute Lecture Room 4: Thurs 6:15PM - 9:15PM

Overview of class

This course is the continuation of PHYSICS 130-A,B. Wave motion, optics, and introduction to the basic concepts of modern physics including quantum mechanics, relativity, and atomic physics. The course focuses on conceptual understanding of basic physical principles and their real-world applications. Demonstration experiments will be used to illustrate physical phenomena and concepts.

Must be taken concurrently with PHYSICS 131-C Physics Laboratory III. Lab times are Tuesdays 8:00-9:50 pm; Wednesdays 9:00-10:50 am; Saturdays 12:00-1:50 pm; or Saturdays 2:00-3:50 pm. Labs will meet for the first time after the first lecture session.

Registration Requirements

Prerequisite: completion of PHYSICS 130-B or current enrollment in PHYSICS 130-B.

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Physics 131-C student must also register for Physics 131-C. Add both classes to the shopping cart and submit together for successful registration