Can someone point me to some good online resources about Modern Physics?

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The discussion centers around a class titled "Electrons, protons, and structure of matter: a historic view," which explores the Rutherford-Bohr model and elements of quantum mechanics, focusing on their applications in atomic, nuclear, and solid-state physics. The course is typically offered in the spring and requires prior physics coursework or instructor permission. Participants suggest utilizing resources like Hyperphysics, specifically the sections on Quantum Physics, Nuclear Physics, and Condensed Matter, to prepare for the class. Additionally, modern physics lectures available on iTunesU are recommended as supplementary material to enhance understanding of the course content. Acquiring the course textbook in advance is also advised for better preparation.
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Here's the description of a class I'm taking next semester:

Electrons, protons, and structure of matter: a historic view. The Rutherford-Bohr atom and elements of quantum mechanics and their applications to atomic, nuclear, and solid state physics. Usually offered every spring. Prerequisite: PHYS-200, PHYS-205, or PHYS-210, or permission of instructor.
 
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Try Hyperphysics, in particular the Quantum Physics, Nuclear Physics and Condensed Matter sections.
 
Your course sounds a lot like these modern physics lectures on iTunesU

http://deimos3.apple.com/WebObjects/Core.woa/Browse/case.edu.1645433286

(covering introductory relativity, QM, and nuclear physics).

You may be able to prepare by listening/watching some of those. Getting the text that you'll use for your course is probably worthwhile if you haven't done so already.
 
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