This course gives a deep and non-mathematical understanding of the differences between classical and quantum physics. It explains the meaning and mechanics of unification and symmetry, and the main concepts of unified quantum field theories and superstring theory. It shows that at the basis of the universe lies a complete unified field, a self-interacting entity from which all particles and forces arise through the process of spontaneous symmetry breaking. The course gives students experience and understanding of the interconnectedness between the laws of physics, the universe and themselves.

Classical mechanics provides an accurate description of the objects and phenomena of everyday experience, and constitutes the basis of most of engineering, science and technology. In this course, students analyze the forces and motions of classical particles and extended bodies in space and time. Topics include the study of velocity and momentum as well as energy and forces, with particular emphasis on gravitation and the laws of conservation. Prerequisites: PHYS 101, MATH 281

Electrical forces largely determine the observable properties of matter in the whole range of science from atomic theory to cell biology. The integration of electricity and magnetism constitutes the first unified field theory, anticipating contemporary approaches by more than a century. In this course, students are introduced to electrostatic and electromagnetic fields, electric currents and electromagnetic interactions. Topics include Coulomb’s, Gauss’s, Ampere’s and Faraday’s laws, along with Maxwell’s equations. Prerequisites: PHYS 101, MATH 282

This course begins with mechanical aspects of harmonics, waves and sound. It then combines these principles with those of the electromagnetic field for the investigation of geometrical and physical optics. In addition, special attention is given to the analysis and interpretation of EEG brain wave patterns. Topics include simple harmonic motion, resonance, wave properties such as refraction, diffraction, interference, polarization and optical phenomena related to lenses and mirrors. Prerequisites: PHYS 101, MATH 282

Quantum mechanics and Einstein’s theory of relativity are the major themes of this course. Topics include special relativity, the birth of quantum mechanics, Schrödinger’s equation, wave mechanics of one-dimensional problems and the hydrogen atom. Prerequisites: PHYS 101, MATH 282

In this course students learn about sky maps, astronomical observation and the whole universe. Topics include the history of astronomy, sky charts, telescopes, spectroscopy, sun and planets, stellar formation and evolution, black holes, galaxies, cosmology and the early universe. Prerequisite: PHYS 210

Some of the most extraordinary, mind-expanding concepts of the past century have emerged from modern physics. This course is an engaging, minimally mathematical course, emphasizing the profound principles and concrete examples from physics that best illuminate the foundations of Maharishi Vedic Science. Topics will include the Principle of Least Action, Einstein’s Relativity Theory, the Meissner Effect, quantum measurement theory, the EPR paradox, Bell’s theorem, and quantum teleportation.

Investigation of the neural correlates of consciousness is an area of active research in neuroscience and consciousness studies today. Many researchers understand that consciousness is more than just a localized offshoot of the brain and that, therefore, it is plausible that the neural correlates of consciousness will involve a level of matter beyond classical physics. The investigation of the neural correlates of consciousness will likely involve advanced physics, including quantum theory. Hence quantum neuroscience has become a lively field of research. A review of contemporary publications in the field will demonstrate the need for Maharishi’s quantum mechanical, Consciousness-Based understanding of the human experience and physiology. The course will draw on evidence of the quantum theoretical nature of neurophysiology from the most advanced research in brain integration. Prerequisite: PHYS 210

Students explore the formal structure of Newtonian mechanics with application to single- particle systems. Topics include kinematics, dynamics, the harmonic oscillator, three- dimensional motion, constraints, non-inertial systems, central force problems and scattering. Prerequisite: PHYS 210

Students apply the calculus of vector fields to the study of electromagnetic fields and their sources. Maxwell’s equations and their application to relativistic and non-relativistic phenomena are examined in detail, along with the principles of physical optics. Prerequisite: PHYS 230

This course discusses special relativity and introduces general relativity, including Riemannian geometry, Mach’s Equivalence Principle, Einstein’s field equation, the Newtonian limit, experimental tests, black holes and the structure of spacetime. Prerequisite: PHYS 250

Topics I: wave mechanics, one-dimensional potential, operator methods and the Dirac formulation, the harmonic oscillator, Schrödinger and Heisenberg representations, the classical limit and the WKB approximation. Topics II: identical particles, quantum paradoxes and interpretations, angular momentum, central potentials and the hydrogen atom, electrons in electromagnetic fields, spin and general two-state systems, addition of angular momenta, the EPR paradox and Bell’s theorem, perturbation theory, the variational method, fine structure, atoms and molecules, emission and absorption of radiation scattering theory, density matrices and measurement theory. Prerequisites: PHYS 250, MATH 286

Thermodynamics studies the transformations of energy in macroscopic systems. It is chiefly concerned with the general laws governing the transformation of heat into work and the effect of these laws on the thermal properties of bulk matter. Statistical mechanics derives these laws, as well as the more fundamental properties of bulk matter, from the dynamical behavior of underlying microscopic constituents. Prerequisite: PHYS 210

The intelligence of nature is encoded and expressed in the language of mathematics. This course is designed to develop and refine the mathematical skills needed for successful study in physics and related sciences. By making these mathematical skills second nature, the mind is freed to comprehend the deeper principles of Natural Law embedded in the formulas and equations. Prerequisite: MATH 282

Topics include stellar structure, energy generation in stars, white dwarfs, neutron stars, black holes, the dynamics of star formation, the structure of the universe, cosmology and the Big Bang. Prerequisite: PHYS 270

This course focuses on experimental research methods, giving students experience in designing and performing laboratory experiments. In addition to laboratory work in traditional areas such as mechanics and electromagnetism, students will be encouraged to design and carry out experiments in the EEG laboratory. Prerequisites: PHYS 210, PHYS 230

Understanding foundational issues underlying the scientific method is essential for the contemporary thinker and, especially, for the practicing scientist. The scientific method is the systematic, repeatable empirical approach to acquiring knowledge, involving the discovery and testing of hypotheses against the experimental evidence. The issue of alternative explanations for a given empirical result, including the null hypothesis, is examined from both an abstract, philosophical perspective and the pragmatic perspective of working scientists and statisticians. The important contrast between normal science and paradigm-change is studied with reference to the reaction in the wider scientific community to the Maharishi Effect research. Finally, we examine the significance for the philosophy of science of Maharishi’s principle that knowledge is structured in consciousness and knowledge is different in different states of consciousness.

Scientific and engineering computer application requires advanced numerical techniques of manipulating and solving complex systems of equations with great efficiency and minimum error. Topics include numerical solution of linear equations, curve fitting, interpolation and polynomial equations, numerical integration and differentiation, solution of nonlinear equations, and error analysis. Prerequisites: MATH 282

This course presents methods and principles for the application of computational tools to scientific and engineering problems. Students will gain practical experience in the sophisticated application of readily available and easy-to-use mathematical software and database tools to model physical systems and solve advanced physics problems. Prerequisites: CS 203, MATH 282