Graduate Program

Study of mathematical techniques such as contour integration, transform theory, Fourier transforms, asymptotic expansions, and Green's functions, as applied to differential, difference, and integral equations. (Prior Titles: Complex Analysis and Diff Equations & Mathematical Methods of Theoretical Optics). (Cross-listed with OPT411).

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(TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM)

The Physical Basis of Quantum Mechanics. The Schrdinger Wave Equation. Discrete Eigenvalues: Bound States. Matrix Formulation of Quantum Mechanics. Angular momentum and spin. Approximation Methods for Bound States. Radiation Physics.

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(MW 12:30PM - 1:45PM)

An advanced treatment of electromagnetic phenomena. Electromagnetic wave propagation, radiation, and waveguides and resonant cavities, diffraction, electrodynamic potentials, multipole expansions, and covariant electrodynamics.

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(MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM)

NOTE: the schedule for this course will be set by the instructor after polling ALL registered students for availability (One 1 hour per week lectures and ONE 1.5 hours per week  lab)

This ADVANCED laboratory course is based both on quantum information and new advances in nanotechnology.  As much as wireless communication has impacted daily life already, the abstract theory of quantum mechanics promises solutions to a series of problems with similar impact on the twenty-first century. Students will experimentally learn cutting-edge photon counting instrumentation and methods with applications ranging from quantum information to nanotechnology, biotechnology and medicine.  Major lab topics include quantum entanglement and Bells inequalities, single-photon interference, single-emitter confocal fluorescence microscopy and spectroscopy, photonic bandgap materials, Hanbury Brown and Twiss interferometer/photon antibunching. Photonic based quantum computing and quantum cryptography will be outlined in the course materials as possible applications of these concepts and tools.

Other important quantum and nano-optics experiments and methods [for instance, Hong-Ou-Mandel interferometer and its applications as well as super-resolution optical fluorescent microscopies (nanoscopy)] will be discussed on the lectures. ALL students assignments are individual. For grading students should submit an essay, deliver a 20-mins talk about all labs  with submission of their PowerPoint slides, 3 lab reports, maintain their lab journals and pass through MidTerm and Final (Big) Quizzes.

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(W 8:00AM - 9:15AM)

Fundamentals and applications of optical systems based on the nonlinear interaction of light with matter. Topics to be treated include mechanisms of optical nonlinearity, second-harmonic and sum and difference-frequency generation, photonics and optical logic, optical self-action effects including self-focusing and optical soliton formatin, optical phase conjugation, stimulated Brillouin and stimulated Raman scattering, and selection criteria of nonlinear optical materials., (Cross-listed OPT 467).

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(T 2:00PM - 4:40PM)

This course is designed for physics majors interested in the development of nuclear and particle physics. The course describes the properties of nuclei and various models useful for the description of nuclear properties. The models and ideas include the liquid drop model, shell model, collective model, radioactivity, fission, and fusion. Properties of particle interactions with matter are covered, and used to develop principles of detections used in nuclear and particle experiments. The physical ideas behind various existing accelerators are discussed. Finally, the fundamental interactions of elementary particles and their constituents are reviewed, with emphasis on issues pertaining to the conservation of quantum numbers and symmetries observed in the high-energy collisions. (Cross-listed with PHYS 254).

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(MW 2:00PM - 3:15PM)

This course will survey the field of high-energy-density science (HEDS), extending from ultra-dense matter to the radiation-dominated regime. Topics include: experimental and computational methods for the productions, manipulation, and diagnosis of HED matter, thermodynamic equations-of-state; dynamic transitions between equilibrium phases; and radiative and other transport properties. Throughout the course, we will make connections with key HEDS applications in astrophysics, laboratory fusion, and new quantum states of matter.

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(TR 2:00PM - 3:15PM)

Orbit theory, adiabatic invariants, collective effects, two-fluid and MHD equations, waves in plasma, transport across magnetic fields and in velocity space. (same as ME 434). (Course was listed as PHY 426).

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(TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM)

The study of incompressible flow covers fluid motions which are gentle enough that the density of the fluid changes little or none. Topics: Conservation equations. Bernoullis equation, the Navier-Stokes equations. Inviscid flows; vorticity; potential flows; stream functions; complex potentials. Viscosity and Reynolds number; some exact solutions with viscosity; boundary layers; low Reynolds number flows. Waves.

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(MW 3:25PM - 4:40PM)

Introduction to the principles and implementation of diagnostic ultrasound imaging. Topics include linear wave propagation and reflection, fields from pistons and arrays, beamfoaming, B-mode image formation, Doppler, and elastography. Project and final report. (Crosslisting PHYS 257, BME 253/453, ECE 251/451).

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(TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM)

This course is designed for a student to be Laboratory or Recitation Teaching Assistant (TA). Typically, the student spends the semester teaching two laboratories or up to four recitations during the Fall semester for the introductory physics courses: PHYS 113, PHYS 122, PHYS 141, PHYS 142, or introductory astronomy course: ASTR 111, or teaching one or more recitation(s): ASTR 111, PHYS 113, PHYS 122, PHYS 141, PHYS 142, or a 200 level undergraduate physics or astronomy course. Attendance of the weekly teaching seminars PHYS 597-Fall, giving feedback to other leaders, and a constructive evaluation process are required. This course is non-credit and may be taken more than once.

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Continuation of PHYS 498.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course covers the fundamentals of solid state physics, and it answers the question of why solids behave differently than individual atoms. Topics covered include: the free-electron model of solids, crystal structure, x-ray diffraction, Bloch's Theorem, band structure, the tight-binding model, crystal vibrations, phonons, magnetism, and superconductivity.

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(TR 11:00AM - 12:15PM)

As the number of interacting degrees of freedom (or agents) in a given system increases, its behavior often changes qualitatively, and not only quantitatively. Complexity is the emerging field of research, which investigates the shared underlying concepts and principles of such systems. It finds its applications in Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Biology, Social Sciences, Economy, and more.sIn this introductory course we will focus on these common features and their utilization in understanding complex systems. They will include for example: Fractals, non-linearity and chaos, adaptation and evolution, critical and tipping points, patterns formation, networks modeling, feedback loops, emergence and unpredictability, etc.sStudents in the course will be given ample opportunities to study farther these systems and/or techniques that are of particular interest to them.Prerequisites include basic knowledge in differential equations, linear algebra, and probability.

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(TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM)

This is a rotating topics course that includes the study of both the computations performed by the brain and of computational models of neuronal responses. Primary focus will be on the visual system. This course is taught at an introductory level in odd numbered years and an advanced level in even numbered years.

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(TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM)

Classical and quantum mechanical theories of the interaction of light with atoms and molecules, with emphasis on near resonance effects, including coherent nonlinear atomic response theory, relaxation and saturation, laser theory, optical pulse propagation, dressed atom-radiation states, and multi-photon processes. (same as OPT 551).

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

Electroweak theory, and experimental evidence in support of it. Gauge theories and spontaneous symmetry breaking. QCD and color SU(3). Grand unification and recent advances. Particles and cosmology.

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(MW 9:00AM - 10:15AM)

This course is for PhD students that have made arrangements with a faculty member to complete readings and discussion in a particular subject in their field of study.

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This course is for PhD students that have made arrangements with a faculty member to complete readings and discussion in a particular subject in their field of study.

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A (Fall) - One credit course given once per week, required of all first-year graduate students. The seminar consists of lectures and discussions on various aspects of being an effective teaching assistant, including interactions with undergraduate student body and cross-cultural issues. (Spring) - Noncredit course given once per week required of all first-year graduate students. Members of the faculty discuss topics in their current area of research interest.

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(F 9:00AM - 10:15AM)

This course is designed for a student to be a Workshop Leader Teaching Assistant (TA). Typically, the TA attends the weekly Workshop Leader Training meeting that offers specialized support and training in group dynamics, learning theory, and science pedagogy for students facilitating collaborative learning groups for science and social science courses. The TA teaches three to four workshops in one of the fall semester introductory physics courses: PHYS 113, PHYS 122, PHYS 141 or PHYS 142. Additional requirements are: Attendance of the weekly Graduate Teaching Seminars PHYS 597-Fall, giving feedback to other leaders and a constructive evaluation process. This course is non-credit and may be taken more than once.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course is designed as a follow-up course for an experienced Workshop Leader, titled a lead Workshop Leader Teaching Assistant (TA). Typically, the TA attends the weekly Workshop Leader Training meeting that offers specialized support and training to develop leadership skills, to foster ongoing communication among faculty members and study group leaders, and to provide an environment for review of study group related issues. Students spend the semester teaching three to four workshops during the Spring semester introductory physics courses.

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This course is designed for master's degree students who have completed all required coursework but still need to finalize specific degree requirements under less than half-time enrollment.

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This course is designed for PhD students who have completed all required coursework but still need to finalize specific degree requirements under less than half-time enrollment.

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This course provides PhD students who have completed or are currently completing 90 credits of coursework and have fulfilled all degree requirements (except for the dissertation) with the opportunity to work full-time on their dissertation. Students will make significant progress toward completing their degrees.

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