Physics
Robb D. VanPutte, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Biology;
Chair, Division of Science and Mathematics;
rdvanput@mckendree.edu; (618) 537-6930; Voigt Science Hall 223A
PHY 101 ASTRONOMY (4)
This is a basic course in astronomy dealing with the historical development of astronomy, the elements
of positional astronomy, the solar system, stars and galaxies and cosmology. The course meets for three
hours of lecture and one laboratory period per week. Annually, Fall.
PHY 211, 212 GENERAL PHYSICS (4,4)
These courses are introductory courses in mechanics, heat, and sound (PHY 211) and electricity, magnetism and optics (PHY 212). Each course meets for three one hour lectures and one two hour laboratory period per week. Prerequisite: MTH 131, 132. Alternating annually: 211, Fall ‘08; 212, Spring ‘09.
PHY 299 PRACTICUM IN PHYSICS (1-3)
For students at the sophomore level or above who wish to arrange a practicum in a laboratory or other
appropriate direct-experience learning situation in physics. Prerequisites: 15 hours of related coursework,
grade point average consistent with departmental graduation requirements, and permission of the
instructor. No more than eight credit hours combined total for this practicum and any internship may be
counted as credit toward the major.