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2024-2025 University Catalog

PHYS 197 - Principles of Physics

Units: 3

Grading Method: LCR: Letter Grade with Cr/NC available. The grading default for the class will be letter grade, but students can opt to take it for Cr/NC

Prerequisite(s): PHYS 196 .

Fundamental principles of physics in areas of electromagnetic waves, modern physics, optics, relativity, thermodynamics, and wave motion. Designed for students requiring calculus-based physics.

Maximum Credits: 3
Maximum Credit Statement: 12 units for any combination of Physics 180A, PHYS 180B, PHYS 182A, PHYS 182B, PHYS 195, PHYS 195L, PHYS 196, PHYS 196L, PHYS 197, PHYS 197L.