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402-0044-00L 4 Credits BSC D-CHAB , D-BIOL , D-MATH , D-HEST
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Physics II

Physik II

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Atac Imamoglu
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:18:51

Abstract

Introduction to the concepts and tools in physics with the help of demonstration experiments: electromagnetism, optics, introduction to modern physics.

Objective

The concepts and tools in physics, as well as the methods of an experimental science are taught. The student should learn to identify, communicate and solve physical problems in his/her own field of science.

Content

Electromagnetism (electric current, magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction, magnetic materials, Maxwell’s equations) Optics (light, geometrical optics, interference and diffraction) Introduction to quantum physics

Resources

Lecture Notes

The lecture follows the book „Physik“ by Paul A. Tipler.

Literature

Paul A. Tipler Physik Spektrum Akademischer Verlag

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 180 minutes
Aids
1 Blatt A4 selbstgeschriebene Zusammenfassung, 1 Taschenrechner (keine Laptops, PDAs, Mobiltelefone o.ä.), Fremdwörterlexikon. Kopien von Abschnitten aus Tipler werden zu Beginn der Prüfung verteilt.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Physik II
  • Mon 08:45-09:30 (HPH G 1)
  • Wed 13:45-15:30 (HPH G 1)
3 h weekly
exercise Physik II
  • Wed 15:45-16:30 (HCI D 2)
  • Wed 15:45-16:30 (HCI D 4)
  • Wed 15:45-16:30 (HCI D 8)
  • Wed 15:45-16:30 (HIL B 21)
  • Wed 15:45-16:30 (HPP G 3)
  • Wed 15:45-16:30 (HPP G 5)
  • Wed 15:45-16:30 (HPP G 6)
  • Wed 15:45-16:30 (HPP G 7)
  • Wed 15:45-16:30 (HPP H 3)
  • Wed 15:45-16:30 (HPP H 6)
  • Wed 15:45-16:30 (HPT B 71)
1 h weekly

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