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Jun 15, 2026
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Academic Bulletin 2025-2026 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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PHYS 240 - Relativity
Credits: 2
An introduction to the experimental findings leading to Einstein’s formulation of the special theory of relativity, relativistic kinematics (simultaneity, time dilation, length contraction, etc.), relativistic dynamics (relative mass, momentum, energy, etc.), and the general theory of relativity.
Prerequisite: PHYS 101 or PHYS 110 .
Distribution Requirements: QR, SP.
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