Bethlehem University Undergraduate Catalog 2022-2023

Faculty of Applied Sciences, Technology, and Engineering/ Department of Computational Sciences and Engineering/ Course description

CSSE231 - INTRO. TO COMMERCIAL SOFTWARE FOR ENGINEERING SIMULATIONS - 3 credits

In this introductory course, students will, to the first time, encounter the idea of solving engineering problems using an already developed commercial software, very much comparable with software used by the practicing engineer. Commercial packages such as ABACUS or ANSYS will be introduced. Problems from Civil or Mechanical Engineering will be adopted and the application of such software demonstrated in solving such problems. The course has a Lab component to it.
Pre Requisite: SWER141

CSSE232 - TENSOR ANALYSIS & DIFFERENTIAL GEOMETRY I - 3 credits

Methods of tensor algebra and tensor analysis provide the appropriate mathematical language to describe many physical phenomena. Indeed many physical quantities are captured and best understood as tensorial objects where a physical phenomenon is described as the interaction of tensorial objects. Velocities, and accelerations, stresses and strains, curvatures, electrical currents or magnetic fields etc. can be dealt with at best when understood as tensorial objects. The fundamental notion of work and energy can then be formulated as a product of interacting tensorial quantities. Hence it is very important for students to develop skills of tensor manipulations and operations. The skills developed in this course will serve the students in any field of physics and engineering. The course is split into two parts. The above description is valid for both parts albeit the second part provides a more in-depth discussion and extended applications of the theoretical framework.
Pre Requisite: CSSE235

CSSE234 - DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS - 3 credits

This course introduces various types of ordinary differential equations, first and higher order, linear systems of equations, Laplace transform and power series solutions, and some physical applications.
Pre Requisite: MATH142

CSSE238 - DISCRETE MATHEMATICS - 3 credits

This course introduces students to logic, set theory and proof techniques, relations functions and their properties, mathematical induction, cardinality, basic concepts in number theory, combinatorial mathematics, and methods of counting.
Pre Requisite: MATH142

CSSE241 - CALCULUS & ANALYTIC GEOMETRY III - 4 credits

This course incorporates further work in calculus and analytic geometry covering vectors and analytic geometry in space, vector functions with their derivatives, multivariable functions, partial differentiation and multiple integration and applications, and some vector analysis.
Pre Requisite: MATH142

CSSE321 - INTERNSHIP - 2 credits

This is an opportunity to the student to gain some practical experience. The students enrolled in this course will explore career interests while applying the knowledge and skills acquired in the classroom in a work setting. The course helps students to develop their personal career goal and can build a career network.
Pre Requisite: No prerequisite

CSSE331 - PROBABILITY - 3 credits

This course introduces probability, methods of enumeration, conditional probability and independence, random variables of discrete and continuous types, expectation and variance, different kinds of distributions, moment generating function and functions associated with the normal distribution, and the central limit theorem.
Pre Requisite: MATH142

CSSE332 - MATERIAL & NANO-TECHNOLOGY - 3 credits

The aims of the course is to give fundamental knowledge about type of materials, their usage, properties and characteristics, which are important in engineering design. It is also aimed to give a theoretical background about the analysis of behavior of engineering materials by emphasizing important relationships between internal structure and properties. It attempts to present ways of modifying and control the material microstructures and especially mechanical properties (toughness, strength, fatigue and creep resistance) by suitable heat treatment operation. In addition, this course will explore the underlying science behind nanotechnology, the tools used to create and characterize nanostructures, and potential applications of such devices. Material will be presented on a level intended for upper-level science and engineering students. The course includes a brief review of the physical principles of electric fields and forces, the nature of chemical bonds, the interaction of light with matter, and elastic deformation of solids. Characterization using electron microscopy, scanning probe methods, and spectroscopic techniques will then be described in detail. Fabrication using top-down and bottom-up methods will be discussed, contrasting these approaches and providing examples of each. Nanotechnology methods will be compared with those used in the modern micro-electronics industry. Finally, examples of nanoscale components and systems will be described, including quantum dots, self-assembled monolayers, molecular computing, and others.
Pre Requisite: CSSE231

CSSE333 - TENSOR ANALYSIS & DIFFERENTIAL GEOMETRY II - 3 credits

This course description is similar to that of CSSE 232. In this course more advanced theory and applications are presented.
Pre Requisite: CSSE232

CSSE334 - INTRODUCTION TO RENEWABLE ENERGY - 3 credits

The course discusses the importance of renewable energy resources and its utilization for the thermal and electrical energy needs and also the environmental aspects of these resources.
Pre Requisite: CSSE231

CSSE335 - THERMAL & STATISTICAL PHYSICS - 3 credits

The three laws of classical thermodynamics, which deal with the existence of state functions for energy and entropy and the entropy at the absolute zero of temperature, are developed along phenomenological lines. Elementary statistical mechanics is then introduced via the canonical ensemble to understand the interpretation of entropy in terms of probability and to calculate some thermodynamic quantities from simple models. These laws are applied to deduce relationships among heat capacities and other measureable quantities and then are generalized to open systems and their various auxiliary thermodynamic potentials; transformations between potentials are developed. Criteria for equilibrium of multicomponent systems are developed and applied to phase transformations and chemical reactions. Models of solutions are obtained by using statistical mechanics and are applied to deduce simple phase diagrams for ideal and regular solutions. The concept of thermodynamic stability is then introduced and illustrated in the context of phase transformations.

Pre Requisite: PHYS131

CSSE336 - LINEAR ALGEBRA - 3 credits

This course is a continuation of CSSE 235 which includes: inner product spaces and norms, orthonormal bases and the Grahm-Schmidt process, direct sum of spaces and Orthogonal Complements, linear operators, matrix representation of linear operators, unitary and Hermitian operators, special types of matrices such as positive matrices, Singular Value, Decomposition, the spectral theorem, diagonalization, Sylvester’s and Caley-Hamilton theorems, 36
Pre Requisite: CSSE235

CSSE341 - FINITE ELEMENT METHODS I - 4 credits

In all areas of engineering and in many in the sciences, the finite element method has become the method of choice for solving problems or providing results of governing equations. Finite element methods provide a general and powerful framework for numerically solving ordinary and partial differential equations. In this course, students study the analysis and formulation, the implementation and the applications of finite element methods in linear problems. The course has a computer-lab component to it.
Pre Requisite: CSSE232

CSSE342 - FINITE ELEMENT METHODS II - 4 credits

This is a continuation of CSSE 341. Topics include nonlinear and Time-dependent Formulations using the Finite Element Method. In addition, discrete integration in time concept is introduced. The course has a computer-lab component to it.
Pre Requisite: CSSE241

CSSE343 - CONTINUUM PHYSICS I - 4 credits

Continuum Physics (Continuum Mechanics ) provides the base to for many formulations with huge applications in many fields such as engineering and biomedical engineering, physics and astrophysics, chemistry etc. These formulations are the basis for simulation and predictions in applications. Hence, it is important for those involved in simulation methods to understand the physical background of such formulations. Topics include Kinematics – mathematical description of motion and deformation and of internal forces. Field equations and conservation laws are presented.
Pre Requisite: CSSE232

CSSE344 - CONTINUUM PHYSICS II - 4 credits

This is the second course of Continuum Physics. Topics cover Mechanics of elastic and compressible, viscous fluids, and elastic solids. Mechanics of elasto-viscoplasticity (Materials with internal variables), and coupled thermo-mechanical-elecrtomagnetic fields.
Pre Requisite: CSSE343

CSSE421 - SEMINAR - 2 credits

Senior students are required to conduct an intensive literature search of a particular subject related to the program and approved by the department members. The students will be directed to literature readings and how to write a technical report. Seminar students must prepare a written report and present it for discussion at seminar meetings with faculty members. Practical components is essential part of students work but with limited in scope and volume.
Pre Requisite: No prerequisite

CSSE431 - COMPUTATIONAL FLUID DYNAMICS I - 3 credits

Fluids are surrounding us everywhere. Fluid flow analysis is of major technical and scientific importance. Whether in aerospace engineering, civil and water engineering, fluid flow in the body (blood flow, breathing etc.) relevant to biomedical engineering or in ocean and weather modelling fluid dynamics are of paramount importance. The course introduces the students to simulation methods of fluid flow such as the finite volume method. Applications to fluid flow in pies and channels, around wings are presented as well as applications in astronomy. The course has a computer-lab component to it.
Pre Requisite: CSSE343

CSSE432 - COMPUTATIONAL FLUID DYNAMICS II - 3 credits

Topics of CSSE 431 are revisited including equations of fluid mechanics and time integration. Incompressible versus compressible flows and aspects of grid-generation are introduced. The course provides more advanced applications to engineering problems. The course has a computer-lab component to it.
Pre Requisite: CSSE431

CSSE433 - SIMULATION OF DYNAMICAL SYSTEMS I - 3 credits

Dynamical systems are encountered in many areas of engineering and science. Applications stretch from classical engineering such as the simulation of a car crash or robotics to those in biology, medicine and the social sciences such as population growth, cancer growth or simulation of pandemics. Dynamical systems can exhibit highly complex behavior characterized by nonlinearity, pattern formation, instability and chaos. Simulation of dynamical systems is both fascinating and challenging. The course has a computer-lab component to it.
Pre Requisite: CSSE342

CSSE434 - SIMULATION OF DYNAMICAL SYSTEMS II - 3 credits

Although a continuum description of matter is widely and successfully applied in engineering and the sciences, there are many situations where the simulation process at the micro scale becomes necessary. Molecular dynamic and discrete element methods provide here the right framework. Some applications as in biochemistry, micro physics, damage processes etc. can only be tackled at the micro level. This course presents an introduction to the mentioned methods.
Pre Requisite: CSSE433

CSSE435 - SIMULATION BASED ON MOLECULAR DYNAMICS & DISCRETE ELEMENT ME - 3 credits

CSSE461 - GRADUATION PROJECT - 6 credits

This is a six credit course that aims to engage students in solving real life problems using the knowledge and simulation skills that they acquired. Senior students will be supervised by faculty members. The supervising might include directed readings in the literature, research methods, and writing needed computer codes to run the simulation. Students can work individually and on teams. A technical report and a presentation are required. Practical components is essential part of students work on large scope and volume.
Pre Requisite: No prerequisite

MATH111 - FUNDAMENTALS OF MATHEMATICS - 3 credits

This is a basic math course for non-science students which covers problem solving techniques, sets, basic probability and statistics, number systems and their structure, linear and quadratic equations, basic consumer mathematics.
Pre Requisite: No prerequisite

MATH112 - MATHEMATICS I IN EARLY CHILDHOOD - 3 credits

This is an introductory course that covers topics such as Geometry, Numbers, Sets, and Statistics. This includes numbers and their types including prime numbers, divisors and multiples, integers, rational numbers with decimals, and irrational numbers; proportions and decimals; operations on set (Union and Intersection). In addition, Problem solving techniques and tools are introduced.
Pre Requisite: No prerequisite

MATH141 - CALCULUS & ANALYTIC GEOMETRY I - 4 credits

The first course in calculus covers functions and their graphs, limits and continuity, tangent lines and derivatives, some theorems on differentiation, applications of derivatives, such as: curve sketching, maxima and minima problems, definite and indefinite integrals, and applications of integrals
Pre Requisite: No prerequisite

MATH142 - CALCULUS & ANALYTIC GEOMETRY II - 4 credits

This course is a continuation of Math 141 and includes methods of integration and applications. Other topics covered are: inverse trigonometric, logarithmic and exponential functions, other transcendental functions, conic sections, parameterized curves and polar coordinates, some sequences and series
Pre Requisite: MATH141

MATH234 - DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS - 3 credits

MATH235 - INTRODUCTION TO LINEAR ALGEBRA - 3 credits

This course covers fields, linear systems over fields, matrices and their arithmetic, determinant of a matrix, linear spaces and subspaces, bases, linear transformations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, diagonalization and canonical forms.
Pre Requisite: MATH142

MATH238 - DISCRETE MATHEMATICS - 3 credits

MATH239 - MATHEMATICS FOR CAIS STUDENTS - 3 credits

This course introduces logic and methods of proof, sets and set operations, relations and functions, mathematical induction and recursion, introduction to matrices and solving simultaneous equations in several variables, methods of counting, introduction to trees and graphs.
Pre Requisite: MATH142

MATH241 - CALCULUS & ANALYTIC GEOMETRY III - 4 credits

MATH331 - PROBABILITY - 3 credits

MATH332 - THEORY OF NUMBERS - 3 credits

This course studies integers, divisibility properties, primes, prime factorization, diophantine equations, numerical functions, congruences and their applications, residues, primitive roots, theorems of Euler, Fermat, Lagrange, Wilson and the Chinese Remainder theorem
Pre Requisite: MATH238

MATH333 - MATHEMATICAL STATISTICS - 3 credits

This is a continuation of MATH 331 which includes an introduction to sampling theory, the student t and F distributions with random functions associated with them, and the law of large numbers. Estimation theory, which includes unbiased, consistent, efficient, sufficient and maximum likelihood estimators are also included as well as testing hypothesis for means, proportions, variances and linear regression .
Pre Requisite: MATH331

MATH334 - ADVANCED CALCULUS I - 3 credits

This course gives a formal introduction to the real number system, sequences of real numbers and their limits, continuity and differentiability of functions of a real variable, uniform continuity, approximation of functions by polynomials, Taylor`s Theorem.
Pre Requisite: MATH238

MATH335 - ADVANCED CALCULUS II - 3 credits

This course is a continuation of Math 334 and includes Riemann integration, series of real numbers, sequences and series of functions, pointwise and uniform convergence, power series and analytic functions.
Pre Requisite: MATH334

MATH336 - INTRODUCTION TO MODERN ALGEBRA - 3 credits

This is an introductory course in the elements of modern algebra and includes: groups, homomorphism, Lagrange theorem, quotient groups, isomorphism theorem, symmetric groups, rings, ideals, quotient rings and homomorphism, rings of polynomials over integral domains, principal ideal domain and the unique factorization theorem, extension of fields, algebraic and transcendental functions.
Pre Requisite: MATH235 And MATH238

MATH337 - TOPOLOGY - 3 credits

Metric spaces, convergence and continuity, completeness and Cauchy`s completion theorem, general topological spaces, separation axioms, metrizability, compactness, and connectedness, compactification theorems, product spaces and Tychonoff theorem, the fundamental group and an introduction to homotopy theory are included in the course
Pre Requisite: MATH335

MATH338 - COMPLEX VARIABLES - 3 credits

The algebra and geometry of complex numbers, analytic functions, Cauchy-Riemann Equations, complex series, integration of complex functions, and some applications of complex variables to physics are covered in the course
Pre Requisite: MATH238

MATH341 - MULTIVARIABLE CALCULUS - 3 credits

The Euclidean spaces and elementary topology on them, limits and continuity, differentiability of real and vector valued functions, implicit and inverse function theorems, measure and integrals in Euclidean spaces are covered in the course.
Pre Requisite: MATH335

MATH342 - TOPICS IN ALGEBRA - 3 credits

This course is a continuation of MATH 235 and MATH 336 which includes: inner product spaces, orthonormal bases and the Grahm-Schmidt process, linear operators on inner product spaces, unitary and Hermitian operators, the spectral theorem, bilinear and quadratic forms, diagonalization, Sylvester`s and Caley-Hamilton theorems, Jordan forms; extension of fields and an introduction to Galois theory.
Pre Requisite: (MATH235 And MATH336 )

MATH352 - INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS - 3 credits

The course is a service course. It is intended to provide an introduction to elementary statistical concepts basic to interpretations and applications. The first part of the course is descriptive statistics and the second part is inferential. Confidence interval and tests for means proportions are introduced. Contingency tables, correlation and linear regression are studied. A computer statistical package is used for data analysis
Pre Requisite: No prerequisite

MATH361 - REGRESSION ANALYSIS - 3 credits

Sampling techniques, testing statistical hypothesis, single and multiple linear regressions, polynomial and nonlinear regression, model building and statistical inference in regression analysis are covered in the course. A computer statistical package is used for data analysis.
Pre Requisite: MATH333

MATH362 - TOPICS IN APPLIED STATISTICS - 3 credits

This course is an introduction to basic methods of experimental design, analysis of variance, contingency tables, and nonparametric statistical techniques such as: the sign test, Wilcoxon and other tests. A computer statistical package to utilize these methods will be used.
Pre Requisite: MATH361

MATH371 - APPLIED MATHEMATICS - 3 credits

Fourier series and their applications, orthogonal and periodic functions, Parseval equation, partial differential equations, heat and wave equations are covered in this course. Fourier transforms and some topics in calculus of variation are also covered.
Pre Requisite: MATH234

MATH372 - NUMERICAL ANALYSIS - 3 credits

Solutions of equations in one variable, polynomial approximation, numerical differentiation and integration, initial value problems for ordinary differential equations, linear systems, iterative technique, and numerical solutions to partial differential equations are covered in the course.
Pre Requisite: MATH234

MATH389 - SENIOR SEMINAR - 1 credit

Senior mathematics majors are required to conduct an intensive research study of a particular subject in mathematics chosen from a selected list of topics approved by the Mathematics Department. Seminar participants must present their subjects for discussion at seminar meetings with faculty members.
Pre Requisite: No prerequisite

MATH399 - SPECIAL TOPICS IN MATHEMATICS - 3 credits

This is an independent study course open to senior mathematics majors. Topics are selected by the instructor in accordance with the student`s ability and previous study.
Pre Requisite: No prerequisite

PHYS113 - LABORATORY PRACTICE - 1 credit

Laboratory work involves studies in the following areas: basic theory of various laboratory equipment, experiments of mechanical concepts, the use of electrical components and meters, power supplies, signal generators, oscilloscope, and DC and AC circuits.
Pre Requisite: No prerequisite

PHYS121 - PHYSICS FOR PHYSIOTHERAPY - 2 credits

This is an introduction to the following subjects with emphasis on applications to the human body and equipment used by physiotherapists: forces, Newton`s three laws, rotational equilibrium, work and energy, momentum and collisions, electrostatic and Coulomb`s law, electric field and potential, DC and AC current circuits, diffraction, polarization, reflection and refraction of waves.
Pre Requisite: No prerequisite

PHYS131 - GENERAL PHYSICS I - 3 credits

This is an Introduction to the following subjects: vectors, particle kinematics and dynamics, work, conservation of energy and momentum, rotational kinematics and dynamics, conservation of angular momentum, oscillations.
Pre Requisite: No prerequisite

PHYS132 - GENERAL PHYSICS II - 3 credits

This course covers gravitation, fluid mechanics, wave motion , temperature, heat and entropy, the first and second laws of thermodynamics, kinetic theory, the electric field, Gauss`s law, the electric potential, capacitance, current and resistance, direct current circuits.
Pre Requisite: PHYS131

PHYS133 - GENERAL PHYSICS FOR BIOLOGY - 3 credits

This is an introductory course in General Physics for students in Biology. The course handles the following subjects: motion in one dimension, vectors, motion in two dimensions, Newton`s laws, statistics, work and energy, thermodynamics and thermal properties of materials, fluid mechanics, surface tension and osmosis, DC and AC currents, conduction in nerves, sound, wave properties of light, image formation, radioactivity, and introduction to nuclear physics.
Pre Requisite: No prerequisite

PHYS231 - INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRONICS I - 3 credits

This is an introductory course for Electronics. It includes the use and applications of simple electronic devices. The student will be familiarized with the ways of fabrications and learn how to connect principal circuits. Laplace transformation will be introduced in this course. The course contains 5 lab sessions with a total of 10 hours.
Pre Requisite: PHYS132

PHYS242 - MODERN PHYSICS - 4 credits

This course incorporates the following topics: fundamentals of special theory of relativity, introduction to quantum mechanics, atomic physics, solid state physics, nuclear physics and elementary particles.The course contains 8 lab sessions with a total of 20 hours.
Pre Requisite: PHYS132

PHYS244 - GENERAL PHYSICS III - 4 credits

Magnetic fields, Faraday`s law, inductance, alternating current circuits, electromagnetic waves, geometric optics, interference, diffraction and polarization are covered. The course contains 8 lab sessions with a total of 20 hours.
Pre Requisite: PHYS132

PHYS331 - ELECTROMAGNETISM I - 3 credits

This course introduces the field of electromagnetism covering the following topics: electrostatics and magnetostatics, microscopic theory of dielectrics, electric current, electric and magnetic fields and energies, boundary value problems, and Maxwell`s equations.
Pre Requisite: PHYS336 Or (MATH142 And PHYS132 )

PHYS332 - ELECTROMAGNETISM II - 3 credits

This is a continuation of Phys 331 and it focuses on Maxwell`s equations, electromagnetic waves in homogeneous isotropic media, and the theory of diffraction.
Pre Requisite: PHYS331

PHYS333 - CLASSICAL MECHANICS - 3 credits

This is a course in the kinematics and dynamics of mass points, motion in resisting media, attenuated and forced harmonic motion, central forces, planets motion, rotating frames of reference, Lagrange`s equations, and mechanics of rigid media.
Pre Requisite: PHYS131

PHYS334 - SOLID STATE PHYSICS - 3 credits

This course introduces solid state physics which covers: crystal structure defects and dislocations, crystal diffraction and the reciprocal lattice, phonons, lattice vibrations, free electron fermi gas, energy bands, semiconductor crystals, fermi surfaces, metals and theories of conduction and magnetism.
Pre Requisite: PHYS242

PHYS335 - ASTRONOMY - 3 credits

This course is an introduction to stellar distances, luminosities, classification of stars, variable stars, interstellar matter, the local galaxy, other galaxies, and the universe.
Pre Requisite: PHYS132

PHYS336 - METHODS OF MATHEMATICAL PHYSICS - 3 credits

This course studies vector analysis, theory of analytic functions, special functions of mathematical physics, partial differential equations of mathematical physics and theory of matrices.
Pre Requisite: MATH142

PHYS338 - THERMAL & STATISTICAL PHYSICS - 3 credits

The course deals with the fundamentals of thermodynamics: equation of state, heat flow, entropy, first and second laws of thermodynamics. Kinetic theory and various statistical methods will be covered with applications to gases. Prerequisite: PHYS 242
Pre Requisite: PHYS242

PHYS339 - ADVANCED PHYSICS LABORATORY - 3 credits

This course involves advanced experiments in optical fibers; investigation of basic properties and applications as sensors and communication tools, x-ray diffraction and fluorescence, the four probe method, with emphasis on the scientific methods for the acquisition and analysis of the experimental data.
Pre Requisite: PHYS242

PHYS343 - INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRONICS II - 4 credits

Introduction to semiconductors, diodes, rectifiers, LED, transistors will be covered. Also the properties of basic BJT and FET, in addition to CMOS, TTL and ICs. Digital and analogue amplifier stages, the operational amplifier, the fundamental concepts and circuits using standard ICs will also be investigated. The course contains 9 lab sessions with a total of 23 hours.
Pre Requisite: PHYS132

PHYS381 - MODERN OPTICS - 3 credits

This course is a review of geometrical and wave optics, linear and circular polarization, coherence and interference, multiple-beam interferometry, Fraunhofer and Fresnel diffraction, atomic spectra, light-matter interaction, lasers, and holography.
Pre Requisite: PHYS132

PHYS389 - PROJECTS IN PHYSICS - 1 credit

This course includes running an advance Physics experiment which varies from a student to another. Each student would be required to present his/her results in a Seminar Forum.
Pre Requisite: No prerequisite

PHYS431 - NUCLEAR & ELEMENTARY PARTICLES PHYSICS - 3 credits

In this course the following subjects are introduced: nuclear size, concepts of spin, parity and statistics; Alpha, Beta and Gamma decay; natural radioactivity; nuclear reactions; nuclear forces; fission and fusion; properties and interactions of elementary particles and the experimental techniques.
Pre Requisite: (PHYS242 And PHYS244 )

PHYS432 - QUANTUM MECHANICS - 3 credits

The course addresses studying fundamentals of quantum mechanics and their practical proof, particle wave mechanics and examples such as the vibration movement as well as Schrodinger's equation solutions in three dimensions.
Pre Requisite: (PHYS242 And MATH142 )

PHYS433 - BIO-MEDICAL PHYSICS - 3 credits

Topics include production and measurement of x-rays and charged particles for nuclear medicine, interaction of radiation with biological materials, radiation Dosimetry, radiation safety, and physics of medical imaging, magnetic resonance imaging and lasers.
Pre Requisite: (PHYS381 And PHYS242 )

PHYS434 - PLASMA PHYSICS - 3 credits

This is an introductory course in plasma physics. It consists of a description of the collisionless plasma, particle orbit theory and Vlasov equation; the dielectric tensor, and wave propagation in cold plasma. Prerequisite: PHYS 331This is an introductory course in plasma physics. It consists of a description of the collisionless plasma, particle orbit theory and Vlasov equation; the dielectric tensor, and wave propagation in cold plasma. Prerequisite: PHYS 331
Pre Requisite: PHYS331

PHYS435 - DEVICES & APPLICATION IN SOLID STATE PHYSICS - 3 credits

This is an introductory course which involves a study of metal-semiconductor contacts; p-n junction diodes; junction transistor, physical concepts of semiconductor devices; e.g. tunnel diodes; MIS: lasers gun effect; etc.; microelectronics. Prerequisite: PHYS 242
Pre Requisite: PHYS242

PHYS437 - THERMODYNAMICS - 3 credits

The course introduces the student to the core concepts of thermodynamic laws, entropy, free energy, thermal equilibrium laws. It discusses the relationship between the atomic structure and the different properties of materials.
Pre Requisite: PHYS242

PHYS438 - ATOMIC & MOLECULAR PHYSICS - 3 credits

The course introduces the student to study the structure of atoms and molecules on the basis of Quantum Mechanics. One- and multi-electron atoms are studied quantum mechanically, where the effects due to spin, the fine-structure, and the hyperfine structure are also taken into consideration. Hartree-Fock and Density Functional theory will be introduced as well.
Pre Requisite: PHYS242

PHYS439 - RELATIVITY - 3 credits

Postulates of special relativity; the Lorentz transformation; space-time vector algebra; relativistic dynamics; covariant form of electrodynamics; tensor algebra in 4-dimensional space-time: introduction to the general theory of relativity. Prerequisite: PHYS 242
Pre Requisite: PHYS242

PHYS441 - NANOPHYSICS - 3 credits

The course aims at an introduction to basic principles of nanophysics allowing working in research and development in nanotechnology. The course will cover topics including Forces on the nanoscale level: electrostatics, van der Waals forces, Casimir force, applications to NEMS (Nano-Electromechanical Systems) and AFM (Atomic Force Microscopy). Electron tunneling and applications: tunneling spectroscopy, STM, electronic transport through quantum dots,Coulomb blockad.
Pre Requisite: PHYS242

PHYS442 - COMPUTATIONAL PHYSICS - 3 credits

This course gives a modern introduction to the basic methods in computational physics and an overview of the recent progress in scientific computing. Many examples from recent resarch in physics and related areas are given with the fortran program listing. Basic computational tools and routines, including the ones for differential equations, spectral analysis, and matrix operations, are dealt with through relevant examples, and more advanced topics, such as Monte Carlo simulations, molecular dynamics, and quantum computing are also treated.8 Practical sessions of two hours each will be given for using software on computers.
Pre Requisite: PHYS242

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