<p>Lecture, three hours; discussion, one hour. Survey of modern physics intended for general UCLA students. Overview of classical physics from late 19th century and its growing set of dilemmas. Revolutions of relativity and quantum mechanics that have led to much deeper understanding of structure and evolution of our Universe. Specific topics include special and general relativity, cosmology (Big Bang), quantization of light, nucleus and radioactivity, origin of elements, and quantum mechanics. P/NP or letter grading.</p>

Physics

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College of Letters and Science

Physics and Astronomy

General Education — Physical Sciences without Lab Credit (Scientific Inquiry)

General Catalog

Revolutions in Physics

PHYSICS 11

4 units