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PHYS 2170: Foundations of Modern Physics

3 credits · 1 section
Sections
1
Difficulty
1.6/5
Credits
3

Fall 2026 Sections

LEC

SectionInstructorDays/TimeLocationStatusRating
001N. FinkelsteinMon/Wed/Fri 12:20 PM-1:10 PMTBAopen4.7

PHYS 2170 FAQ

How many credits is PHYS 2170 worth?
PHYS 2170: Foundations of Modern Physics is worth 3 credits at University of Colorado Boulder.
Who teaches PHYS 2170 at CU Boulder?
Foundations of Modern Physics is currently taught by N. Finkelstein.
How hard is PHYS 2170?
Foundations of Modern Physics has a difficulty rating of 1.6/5 based on 708 student responses, which is about average compared to other CU Boulder courses.
How many sections of PHYS 2170 are offered?
There are 1 section of Foundations of Modern Physics offered for Fall 2026, including LEC components.
How do I add PHYS 2170 to my schedule?
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