PHYS 1120 College Physics II

An algebra and trigonometry-based introduction to the study of electromagnetism. Topics include electrostatics and electric fields, electric current and circuits, magnetostatics and magnetic fields, electromagnetic waves, and optics.

Registration Name

College Physics II

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

2

Credits

4

Prerequisite

PHYS 1110

Corequisite

PHYS 1120L

Student Learning Outcomes

Having successfully completed this module, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:

• the use of Coulomb's law and Gauss' law for the electrostatic force
• the relationship between electrostatic field and electrostatic potential
• the use if the Lorentz force law for the magnetic force
• the use of Ampere's law to calculate magnetic fields
• the use of Faraday's law in induction problems
• the basic laws that underlie the properties of electric circuit elements