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SCHOOL OF PHYSICS.

A laboratory fee of $15 is charged for Physics 1, B1, B2, C3.

Physics 1: for Pre-Medical Students: The prerequisites are the same as
those for Physics B1.—A four session-hour college course meeting the minimum
requirements for entrance into the study of medicine. One lecture
section, one laboratory section. Fall and winter terms only. Professor
Sparrow, Assistant Professor Brown and Assistants.

Physics B1: General Physics: A knowledge of solid geometry and of the
trigonometry of the right triangle, prerequisite.—The elements of mechanics,
sound, heat, electricity and magnetism, and light. The classroom instruction
is given by textbooks, recitations, problems, and experimental demonstrations.
In the laboratory each student performs experiments upon which
written reports are required.—(B.A. or B.S. credit, 6 session-hours.) One
lecture section, two laboratory sections. Professor Sparrow, Assistant Professor
Brown and Assistants.

Physics B2: Wave Motion, Sound and Light: Physics B1 prerequisite.—
Three lectures and six hours laboratory per week. (B.A. or B.S. credit, 6
session hours). Professor Sparrow and Assistant Professor Brown.

Physics C1: Mechanics: A knowledge of the calculus is prerequisite.—Professor
Sparrow.

Physics C2: Heat and Electricity: Physics B1 and Mathematics B1 prerequisite.—A
working knowledge of elementary calculus is needed and, in the
cases of those students who do not possess this knowledge, additional instruction
is provided. Professor Hoxton.

Physics C3: Physical Measurements: The preparation for this course is
the same as for course C2. Theory of errors and precision of measurement.
Use of important instruments of precision. The specialized portions of the
course are mainly in the fields of heat and electricity. Professor Hoxton.

Physics D1: Elements of Mathematical Physics: This course deals with
subjects such as potential theory, heat conduction, wave motion, hydrodynamics
and elasticity, whose treatment depends upon the solution of partial
differential equations. Required of all candidates for the doctorate. Professor
Hoxton.

Physics D2: Advanced Dynamics. Professor Sparrow.

Physics D3: Kinetic Theory of Gases. Not offered in 1924-25.

Physics D4: Theories of Atomic Structure: Given in 1923-24. Professor
Sparrow.

Seminary: The faculty and advanced students meet weekly for the discussion
of current research problems. In 1923-24 problems of atomic structure

were under consideration. In 1924-25 it is expected that questions in
cosmical physics will be discussed.

Journal Meeting: The faculty and advanced students meet weekly for
the presentation and discussion of recent work in the physical sciences.

The Rouss Physical Laboratory is a substantially constructed building,
whose ground plan covers about 7200 square feet. In addition to the ordinary
facilities such as water, gas, electricity, storage battery, etc., there is an exceptionally
complete stock of demonstration apparatus, a liquid air plant, a
21½ ft. concave grating on a Rowland mounting, photographic dark rooms
and an instrument shop for the repair and construction of scientific apparatus.
A good working departmental library is housed in the building.