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Introduction to Contemporary Physics

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
1/26/26 - 5/13/26
TuTh 9:30a.m. – 10:45a.m.		 McCormack M01-0619 3 $2065 (guest students)
Date
1/26/26 - 5/13/26
Time
TuTh 9:30a.m. – 10:45a.m.
Location
McCormack M01-0619
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$2065 (guest students)

Description

The third semester of calculus-level introductory physics. Topics include special relativity; the historical development of quantum theory; elements of quantum mechanics; with applications to atomic, molecular, solid state, nuclear and particle physics.

Prerequisites

PHYSIC 114 or permission of instructor

Guest registration opens January 12

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

1/26/2026 - 5/13/2026

Location

McCormack M01-0619

Enrolled / Capacity

5 / 30

Status

Closed

Instructor

Kazuki Ikeda

Tuition*

$2065 (guest students)

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

Tuition Details