PHYS 1501 Foundations of Physics II

Name: Foundations of Physics II
Rating: 2.78 (236 reviews)

Recommended laboratory (optional): PHYS2050-2051.. Second semester of the two-semester algebra-based introductory physics course sequence primarily for non-science majors. This course is similar to PHYS2101 in pace and content but with less emphasis on mathematical technique. Topics to be covered are fundamentals of electrostatics, simple electrical circuits, magnetism, electromagnetism, electromagnetic oscillations and waves, physical optics, and, if time allows, basic concepts and applications of special relativity and quantum physics.

Course overview

Department: Physics
School: MCAS
Credits: 3
Level: Undergraduate
Offered: Every Spring

Catalog details

Satisfies core: Natural Science

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Requirements fulfilled

University Core: Natural Science (All undergraduates)

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Official evaluation summary

2.78 / 5

Based on 236 aggregate responses from BC Avalanche/Blue evaluations.

Data freshness

Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-08-02. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

G M Dinuka H Gallaba
Summer 2026
Alexander Auner
Summer 2025 · Official rating 4.80/5
Kevin Bedell
Spring 2022 · Official rating 1.94/5
Michael Naughton
Spring 2026, Spring 2025, Spring 2024, Spring 2023 · Official rating 3.16/5

Sections

Section 01
Summer 2026 · G M Dinuka H Gallaba · WF 02:00PM-05:15PM · Offered