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

SDSU PHYS 354 — Modern Physics

3.00 units 1 enrollment option

Special theory of relativity. Particle properties of electromagnetic radiation, and wave properties of particles. Introduction to quantum theory with applications to atomic structure.

Course requirements

Prerequisites: PHYS 197 and MATH 252 with a grade of C (2.0) or better in each course. Credit or concurrent registration in MATH 342A.

PHYS 197 and MATH 252 with a grade of C (2.0) or better in each course. Credit or concurrent registration in MATH 342A.

Fall 2026 enrollment options

Seat status can change

Class #	Format	Status	Seats	Time	Location	Professor	RateMyProfessors
4071 Discussion	In person	Open	44 / 72	Mon/Wed/Fri 12:00 PM–12:50 PM	NE 073	Matthias Reinsch	No RateMyProfessor match available

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