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    May 09, 2026  
Catalog & Student Handbook 2026-2027
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PHY 242 University Physics II


4 credits
Lecture: 3 Laboratory: 3 Total: 6

Covers waves, electromagnetism and optics. Includes mechanical waves and sound, electrostatics, Ohm’s law and DC circuits, magnetic forces and magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction, AC circuits, ray optics, and wave optics. Part II of II. This is a UCGS transfer course.

Prerequisite(s): PHY 241   with a grade of C or better and MTH 264   with a grade of C or better. 



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