PHYS 1131 – Optics, Oscillations and Waves (formerly PHYS 2130)

(3 credits – TG) 3 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab

This course offers a calculus-level introduction to oscillations and wave motion, with applications to mechanics, optics and acoustics. The topics covered include the harmonic oscillator, travelling and standing waves, and geometrical and wave optics. This course is designed primarily for engineering students intending to transfer to the University of Alberta (engineering students intending to transfer to the University of Calgary should take Physics 2369). However, this course is also suitable for students whose programme requires a first-year course in physics.

Prerequisite: Mathematics 31 or Mathematics 1200 or 2251 and Physics 30 or Physics 1201.