Physics · Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027, & Summer 2027

SDSU PHYS 197 — Principles of Physics

3.00 units 1 enrollment option

Fundamental principles of physics in areas of electromagnetic waves, modern physics, optics, relativity, thermodynamics, and wave motion. Designed for students requiring calculus-based physics.

Course requirements

Prerequisites: PHYS 196.

PHYS 196.

Spring 2027 enrollment options

Seat status can change

Class #	Format	Status	Seats	Time	Location	Professor	RateMyProfessors
1438 Lecture	In person	Open	0 / 45	Tue/Thu 11:00 AM–12:15 PM	P 244	Matthias Reinsch	No RateMyProfessor match available

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