PHYS201 - 01 - Wave Phenomena and Introductory Modern Physics

Introduces fundamental topics of 20th century physics, including special relativity, wave-particle duality, solutions of the Schrodinger equation in one dimension, and the formalism and postulates of quantum mechanics. Focuses on wave properties common to both optics and acoustics and then extends these topics to introduce key ideas in modern physics. Completes a general background in physics and is recommended, along with PHYS114 and 115, as preparation for the MCAT exam.