Introductory Honors Seminar: Special Topics . INT 84AT
The objective of the seminar is to provide an in-depth understanding of thermal radiation physics. We will delve into the intricacies of classical thermodynamics, exploring instances where certain outcomes could not be accurate without the transformative conceptual contributions of Max Planck. His paradigm-shifting ideas laid the groundwork for physicists to construct the framework of quantum mechanics. As the seminar progresses, attendees will uncover the connection between thermal physics and the emergence of the notion of photons as discrete units of the electromagnetic field. Through this exploration, participants will gain insights into the profound interplay between thermal radiation and the quantum nature of light.
Prerequisites: Enrollment in Letters and Science Honors Program.
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INT 84AT is, on paper, Dr. B's blackbody radiation seminar; but it's actually a full-blown thermodynamics introductory course. The course is fantastic and also quite difficult for me, but as with all other Dr. B seminar courses, there is nothing a couple of all-nighters can't solve. Grade: A+.
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