PHYS C1403: Intro-Classcl & Quantum Waves
PHYS C1403 at Columbia University covers wave phenomena across classical and introductory quantum systems, including wave equations, sound, electromagnetic waves, interference, and wave-particle duality.
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Common aliases: PHYS C1403
Study Resources for Intro-Classcl & Quantum Waves
Final Exam 2014
Midterm (Exam 1) 2015
Midterm (Exam 2) 2012
Midterm (Exam 1) 2017
Midterm (Exam 1) 2018
Midterm (Exam 1) 2019
Midterm (Exam 1) 2020
Worksheet 4
Assessment Inventory for PHYS C1403 (8 Documents)
| Document | Format | Year | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2020 | Midterm | 2020 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2019 | Midterm | 2019 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2018 | Midterm | 2018 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2017 | Midterm | 2017 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2015 | Midterm | 2015 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2014 | Final | 2014 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 2) 2012 | Midterm | 2012 | Illustrative Archive |
| Worksheet 4 | Worksheet | — | Illustrative Archive |
Complete inventory of all 8 assessments (sorted by most recent). Select any document to inspect or use the search bar above to filter.
Course Overview & Exam Syllabus
This archive catalogs 8 free educational resources and past exams for PHYS C1403 (Intro-Classcl & Quantum Waves) at Columbia University, containing 6 midterm papers, 1 final examination, and 1 worksheet. Dated documents represent 7 distinct academic years between 2012 and 2020.
Core Exam Topics & Learning Objectives
- Wave equation derivation, harmonic traveling waves, wave speed, and energy transport
- Superposition principle, standing waves, boundary conditions, and normal modes
- Sound waves, acoustic intensity, decibel scale, and the Doppler effect
- Electromagnetic wave spectrum, Poynting vector, radiation pressure, and polarization
- Interference and diffraction: Young's double slit, diffraction gratings, and single-slit diffraction
- Introductory quantum concepts: photoelectric effect, Compton scattering, and de Broglie wavelength
Frequently Asked Questions
Which assessment formats are cataloged in this PHYS C1403 archive?
This collection for PHYS C1403 at Columbia University catalogs 8 total resources across the following formats: Midterms, Finals, Worksheets. Each document is listed in the assessment inventory table with its individual format tag and academic year where recorded.
What academic years are covered in this PHYS C1403 collection?
Dated materials in this archive span from 2012 to 2020, representing 7 distinct academic years. Coverage varies by the records currently cataloged for this course.
How can students access these free PHYS C1403 past exams?
All cataloged PHYS C1403 past exams and study materials are free to request. The catalog, metadata, assessment inventory, and illustrative thumbnails are public; source documents are not shown on this page. Use the connect options to request a study resource, and confirm current course topics and grading policies with the Columbia University course syllabus.