Provides an introduction to the theory and applications of laser principles and related instrumentation. Emphasis is on the fundamental principles underlying laser action. Crosslisted with ECE 4751.

Foundations of group representation theory with applications in atomic, molecular, nuclear, and solid state physics.

Courses in special topics of current interest in physics are presented from time to time.

Professional development for physics undergraduate students. Topics include writing a resume, writing a proposal, applying for jobs, and choosing a graduate school.

Introduction to probability theory, classical statistics and machine learning, and their application to physics.

Introduction to the basic concepts of thermodynamics. Thermodynamic laws will be developed with an emphasis on the macroscopic point of view. Applications of the basic principles will be considered briefly.

Introduction to the basic concepts of thermodynamics. Thermodynamic laws will be developed with an emphasis on the macroscopic point of view. Applications of the basic principles will be considered briefly.

Introduction to quantum field theory, with an emphasis in quantum electrodynamics. Second quantization, Dirac equation, Feynman diagrams, quantum electrodynamics, electro-weak interactions.