Presents concepts and methodologies for understanding physical phenomena, and is particularly useful preparation for upper-division study in the life sciences. Electromagnetic waves. Geometric optics, optical instruments. Interference and diffraction. Quantum theory of the atom. Nuclear physics. If time permits: Special relativity, elementary particle physics.

Prerequisites: Physics 6B with a minimum grade of C-.

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Letters and science

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Unlocks CHEM 112A EARTH 100 CHEM 113A EARTH 135 EARTH 136 PHYS 6CL
GELLER R M
Robert Geller
3.4
268 reviews
FREUND E G
Ernest Freund
4.3
213 reviews
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12:30 PM - 13:45 PM
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BRDA 1610
M W
14:00 PM - 15:15 PM
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6C . Freund E G A Month Ago

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PHYS6A6B6C . Freund E G 3 Months Ago

Freund is the goat, that's it, that's the review. Do not miss his last class of 6C -- there was a special guest appearance, that's all I can say.

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6C . Geller R M 4 Months Ago

I was placed into his class because the other sections were full and was a little nervous due to the other rate my professor ratings. However! Geller is my favorite teacher at UCSB so far, even as someone who isn't fond of physics. You will succeed if you understand problems from HW, textbook, and assigned practice problems (not rote memory).

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PHYS6A6B6C . Freund E G 5 Months Ago

He simplifies material so much, avoids calculus equations and, goes over practice problems which help for each module. Great professor. You always know what to expect for midterms and finals because it's the same as all the practice problems.

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6C . Geller R M 6 Months Ago

His lectures are all conceptual and have nothing to do with calculations. After asking friends, I heard a majority of his questions are mathematical-based. In addition to his teaching, he also does not post any resources. His notes are from a student, not himself. And he does not provide any videos of himself explaining those mathematical problems.

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6C . Freund E G 7 Months Ago

One of the best professors I've had. The material can be tricky, but Freund's lectures and practice problems make it manageable. Definitely do the prep work - unstuck AI was a lifesaver alongside the textbook. Engaging class, would take again in a heartbeat.

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100 / 268 Enrolled
Introductory Physics
Robert Geller 3.4 Ernest Freund 4.3
M W
08:00 AM - 09:15 AM
45.2% A
PHYS 6A
286 / 286 Full
Introductory Physics
Ernest Freund 4.3
T R
09:30 AM - 10:45 AM
31.9% A
PHYS 6AL
24 / 24 Full
Introductory Experimental Physics
Paula Popescu 3.7
M
13:00 PM - 14:50 PM
59.8% A
PHYS 6A
255 / 286 Enrolled
Introductory Physics
Robert Geller 3.4
M W
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
31.9% A
PHYS 6CL
5 / 24 Enrolled
Introductory Experimental Physics
Paula Popescu 3.7
W
19:00 PM - 20:50 PM
60.2% A
PHYS 6AL
24 / 24 Full
Introductory Experimental Physics
Paula Popescu 3.7
M
15:00 PM - 16:50 PM
59.8% A
PHYS 6AL
24 / 24 Full
Introductory Experimental Physics
Paula Popescu 3.7
M
13:00 PM - 14:50 PM
59.8% A