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May 13, 2025
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2025-2026 WORKING Catalog
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PHYS 362 - Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics
The prominent states of matter are examined from classical and quantum mechanical points of view. A thorough overview of thermodynamics and statistical mechanics is given. Nonidealities in gases are treated in order to examine cooling and phase transitions. Effects of Bose-Einstein and Fermi-Dirac statistics are detailed for gases, liquids and solids. Slightly degenerate perfect gases, electrons in metals and Bose-condensation, viewed as a first order phase transition, are discussed.
Credits: 4
Terms Offered: Fall, Even Years
Prerequisites: PHYS 280 with a grade of C- or better, MATH 233 with a grade of C- or better, MATH 243 with a grade of C- or better
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