PHYS1191 — Foundations of Theoretical Physics: Reviews & Ratings

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Presents a comprehensive, self-contained introduction to the conceptual and mathematical foundations of theoretical physics. Commences with an integrated, first-principles approach to its five main areas: analytical dynamics, fields, statistical physics, relativity, and quantum theory. Focuses mostly on classical mechanics. Constitutes the first half of a two-semester calculus-based introductory physics sequence for science majors. Designed for students with preparation in Newtonian mechanics or those with advanced math preparation.

Last taught

Fall 2026

Credits

4 Hours

Prerequisites

(MATH 1241 with a minimum grade of D- or MATH 1242 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D- or MATH 1341 with a minimum grade of D- or MATH 21EM with a minimum grade of D- or MATH 1342 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D- or MATH 211M (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D- or MATH 2321 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D- or MATH 316M (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D- )

Corequisites

PHYS 1192, PHYS 1193

NUpath

Formal/Quant Reasoning, Natural/Designed World

Data updated October 2026.

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