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Course Information

The UMass Amherst Physics Department offers the following courses during the Summer and Winter Sessions (also known as University+ Sessions): General Physics  1 & 2, Intro Physics 1 & 2. In addition, Theory of Sound with Applications to Speech and Hearing is offered during the Summer Session. Please direct inquiries regarding these courses to Christopher Ertl at [email protected].

 

Winter 2025-2026 Syllabi:

General Physics 1 Syllabus

General Physics 2 Syllabus

Intro Physics 1 Syllabus

Intro Physics 2 Syllabus

Theory of Sound Syllabus (Only offered during the Summer)

 

Information for non-UMass Amherst or non-degree students, or UMass Amherst students looking to enroll in Physics classes that are available through the University+ session: Courses in the U+ session are primarily online, flexible, and part-time (with some exceptions where indicated). A link to University+ for non-degree students is here.  Information about all of the University+ programs is here.

 

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Christopher Ertl

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