PHYS 313 Thermodynamics

An introduction to thermodynamics using the tools of statistical mechanics. Topic include ideal gases; van der Waal gases; paramagnets; Einstein solids; work, energy, and heat; entropy; the laws of thermodynamics; and classical and quantum distributions. Applications include heat engines, phase transitions, blackbody radiation, and properties of solids. ENGR 332 can be counted toward a physics degree when paired with PHYS 259: Independent Study: Thermodynamics for one credit.

Credits

4

Distribution

Physics