Prerequisites: Ph1a. Offered second term. 9 units (4-0-5)
Introductory course in special relativity and electromagnetism for freshmen, with emphasis on physical intuition in problem-solving and utilizing vector calculus techniques. No laboratory work is required.
6/7/2008. All homework and quiz solutions have been posted. In addition the solution to homework 8 has been updated to correct an error.
5/21/2008. Due to a number of requests for extensions, the current homework will be due on Friday, May 23 at 4PM.
5/20/2008. In the event that Ditch Day is Wednesday, May 21: