Physics 2112 - Physics for Engineers and Scientists II
The goal of this course is for students to develop a basic understanding of the physical concepts involved in electrical and magnetic fields, basic electrical circuits, along with geometrical and physical optics. A significant emphasis will be placed on the basic concepts involved. Calculations and calculus will be used as a tool to study and learn these concepts.
Class Annoucements
Welcome to Physics 2112 (Fall 2024)
Be sure to monitor this space for important information and course updates. This page will be updated on a regular basis. (Last Update: November 13th, 2024.)
- Your next lecture will take place on Tuesday, November 19th in BIC-3535 starting prompty at 12:00 Noon.
- Be sure to reread Chapter 16.3-16.5 of the Openstax textbook for class on Tuesday, November 19th.
- The ExpertTA Homework 22: EM Waves (Part 1) will be due on Tuesday, November 19th at 11:59PM.
- The ExpertTA Homework 23: EM Waves (Part 2) will be due on Wednesday, November 20th at 11:59PM.
- The ExpertTA Homework 24: Polarization will be due on Thursday, November 21st at 11:59PM.
- The ExpertTA Homework 25: Reflection & Refraction will be due on Friday, November 22nd at 11:59PM.
Class Resources:
- Detailed Class Information (Syllabus for Fall 2024 semester)
- Blackboard
- Openstax textbook: University Physics Volume 2
- Openstax textbook: University Physics Volume 3
- ExpertTA (Online homework platform)
Exam Resources
- Sample Equation Sheet for Exam 1
- Sample Equation Sheet for Exam 2
- Sample Equation Sheet for Final Exam (COMING SOON!)
- Practice UIUC exams
General Resources
- Physics Simulations (Phet: University of Colorado)
- Return to Dr. Fazzini's Hompage