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Meteorological Physics

This course introduces students to important phenomena and physical processes that occur in the earth's atmosphere, as well as to the basic concepts and instruments used to study atmospheric problems. Topics discussed include atmospheric radiation, thermodynamics, moisture, stability, clouds, and precipitation. It also focuses on atmospheric dynamics, wind systems of different origin and scale, and thunderstorms. Emphasis is put on how weather is forecast and how it relates to everyone's life.

Course Code: 
PHY 413
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 400
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Physics

Semiconductor Device Physics

In this course emphasis would be on the Physics of semiconductor devices and the principles of their operation. The course would establish a solid understanding of electrical conduction in semiconductors. The main part of the course would focus on types of metal oxide semiconductor field effect transistors (MOSFETS) and metal oxide semiconductor field effect transistor (MOSFET) devices which are the main type of semiconductor devices on the market. The use of transistor devices and their design and optimisation for integrated circuit applications will be presented in detail. Nanoscale transistor dimensions and the effect of such dimensions on transistor behaviour will be presented. The physical limits to the scaling of CMOS devices will be discussed in detail.

Course Code: 
PHY 409
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 400
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Physics

Statistical Physics

The pre-requisite for this course is PHY 303 (Thermal Physics). The course begins with the microscopic basics for thermodynamics; that is, explaining large system properties from properties of individual particles in order to formulate the important fundamental concepts: entropy from Boltzmann formula, partition etc. through the presentation of quantum statistics, Bose statistics and Fermi-Dirac statistics are established, including the special classical situation of Maxwell-Boltzmann statistics.

Course Code: 
PHY 407
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 400
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Pre-requisite: 
PHY 303
Select Programme(s): 
Physics

Electromagnetic Field Theory I

Students will be taken through Basic Field Concepts; Review of Equations in Electrostatics; Magnetostatics and Electromagnetic induction, Maxwell’s Equations, Electromagnetic Wave Equation; Poynting Theorem; Reflection and Refraction; Propagation in conducting and in Ionised Media; The  Ionosphere.

Course Code: 
PHY 405
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 400
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Physics

Quantum Mechanics I

This is a computation-oriented course aimed at enabling students to solve problems relating to square wells (finite and infinite), harmonic oscillators, the hydrogen atom and angular momentum.  The computation includes calculating average values and obtaining possible outcomes of measurements for systems.  It establishes the basic concepts of quantum mechanics and how they differ from classical mechanic.  The Schrodinger equation will be used to solve one-dimensional problems and to predict the existence of phenomena like tunnelling and energy band gaps.

Course Code: 
PHY 403
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 400
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Physics

Nuclear and Particle Physics

The course would provide a general introduction into subatomic Physics and this includes the structure of nuclei and particles, scattering theory and nuclear models, radioactivity, symmetries and conservation laws, the standard model (strong and electro-weak interactions), nuclear astrophysics and cosmology. The course is the basis for advanced courses in nuclear and particle Physics. Students would learn the biological effects of ionizing radiation as natural radioactive effects. Basic nuclear and particle Physics relations would be used to solve mathematical problems

Course Code: 
PHY 401
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 400
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Physics

Introduction to Satellite and Radar Meteorology

This is an introductory course on satellite and radar meteorology where the physical principles underlying the operations of earth satellites and their sensors and the Radar are treated. Problems encountered in the interpretation of data are covered. The uses of satellite information in weather forecasting, soil moisture monitoring, dust haze occurrence and movement, drought occurrence are introduced.

Course Code: 
MET 302
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 300
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Meteorology and Atmospheric Physics

Applications of Physics in Meteorology

This course covers in an elementary manner the basic concepts in meteorology and illustrates the application of physical and mathematical techniques to meteorological problems. Scales of motion: the structure and composition of the atmosphere the general circulation, energy sources and sinks, the balances of angular momentum, heat, water vapour and mass; atmospheric  circulations will be treated.

Course Code: 
MET 301
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 300
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Meteorology and Atmospheric Physics

Codes, Observations and Plotting Practice

This is an off-campus course taking in conjunction with the Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet). Basic/derived meteorological variables will be measured using simple meteorological instruments. Students will be introduced to autographic instruments and the maintenance of instruments. Students will also be introduced to WMO approved International Codes. Plotting of codes on meteorological weather charts will be treated. Students will practice the conversion of plotted codes to observation and vice versa.

Course Code: 
MET 203
No. of Credits: 
2
Level: 
Level 200
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Meteorology and Atmospheric Physics

NANOTECHNOLOGY

The aim and domain of this course is to illustrate the essence of nanotechnology. The course will explore the tools of nanotechnology and nanomaterials, as well as explaination and discussion of the theory, applications and scientific experimentations on nanosciences and nanotechnologies.

Course Code: 
ENP 426
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 400
Course Semester: 
Second Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Engineering Physics

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