Physics (PHYS)Arts and Sciences

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PHYS 1101

PHYS 1101 and PHYS 1102 emphasize both quantitative and conceptual understanding of the topics and tools of introductory physics developed without the use of calculus. The courses offer individualized ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Eight Week Summer. 

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  1217 PHYS 1101   LEC 001

  • This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/courses/roster.

PHYS 1102

PHYS 1101 and PHYS 1102 emphasize both quantitative and conceptual understanding of the topics and tools of introductory physics developed without the use of calculus. The courses offer individualized ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Eight Week Summer. 

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  1222 PHYS 1102   LEC 001

  • This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/courses/roster.

PHYS 1112

First course in a three-semester introductory physics sequence. This course is taught in a largely "flipped', highly interactive manner, with reading preparation and online reading quizzes required for ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Six Week Summer. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  1231 PHYS 1112   LEC 001

    • MTWRF Clark Hall 294D
    • Jun 24 - Aug 2, 2024
    • Pillar, V

  • This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/courses/roster.

PHYS 2213

Second course in a three semester introductory physics sequence. The course emphasizes active learning during class. Video lectures are viewed before class; most class time is devoted to problem-solving.  ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Six Week Summer. 

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  1233 PHYS 2213   LEC 001

    • MTWRF Clark Hall 294D
    • Jun 24 - Aug 2, 2024
    • Kornreich, D

  • This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/courses/roster.

PHYS 4490

Individual project work (reading or laboratory) in any branch of physics.  Products vary, but may include a thesis. Evaluation criteria are decided between student and faculty member. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Summer Special Session 2. 

  • 1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  2101 PHYS 4490   IND 601

    • TBA
    • Jun 3 - Aug 6, 2024
    • Hoffstaetter de Torquat, G

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Copy of Request for Independent Study form must be filed with physics department course coordinator, 121 Clark Hall.
    This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/courses/roster.

Syllabi: none
  •   Summer Special Session 2. 

  • 1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  2171 PHYS 4490   IND 602

    • TBA
    • Jun 10 - Aug 6, 2024
    • Hoffstaetter de Torquat, G

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/courses/roster.