PHYS 122: Modern Physics
San Jose State University
Survey of modern physics for science majors, covering special relativity, pre-quantum theory, basic quantum mechanics, atomic and molecular physics, solid state physics, nuclear and particle physics, and cosmology. Historical foundations of these topics will also be are presented. Prerequisite: CHEM 001A, MATH 032, and PHYS 052 all with a C- or better.
Average GPA: 3.11
Grade distribution records: 132 students across 8 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 11 | 8.3% |
| A | 39 | 29.5% |
| A- | 18 | 13.6% |
| B+ | 6 | 4.5% |
| B | 18 | 13.6% |
| B- | 8 | 6.1% |
| C+ | 8 | 6.1% |
| C | 11 | 8.3% |
| C- | 2 | 1.5% |
| D | 2 | 1.5% |
| D- | 3 | 2.3% |
| F | 6 | 4.5% |
Based on 132 student grade records across 8 terms and 4 professors.
Instructors
- Kenneth B Wharton 70 students, Average GPA 3.05
- Gina M Quan 34 students, Average GPA 3.01
- Curtis T Asplund 16 students, Average GPA 3.54
- Kassahun H Betre 12 students, Average GPA 3.11