This major prepares students for technical or research positions in government or private industry, or for graduate study. Physics courses explain and describe physical interactions by utilizing conservation laws and the concepts of force and energy.
A grade of “C” or better must be earned in all physics courses that apply to the major in physics.
For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Physics department page.
For related information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, http://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/physicists-and-astronom…
| Total Credits Required | 120 |
| General Education |
30-40
|
| Required Courses in Major | 35 |
| PH 220 Introductory Physics I [SCII] | 5 |
| PH 221 Introductory Physics II [SCII] | 5 |
| PH 322 Modern Physics | 4 |
| PH 375 Analytical Mechanics or | 3 |
| PH 380 Intermediate Electricity and Magnetism (3 cr.) | |
| PH 480 Senior Physics Seminar | 1 - 2 |
| Physics Electives | 17 |
| PH 370, PH 375, PH 380, PH 393, and PH 410 are strongly recommended | |
| PH 485 Graduate Assessments for Physics Majors | 0 |
| Other Required Courses | 10 |
| CH 111 General Chemistry I [SCII] | 5 |
| CH 112 General Chemistry II | 5 |
| Minor | 21 |
| Mathematics minor recommended as follows: | |
| MA 161 Calculus I [QUAR] | 4 |
| MA 163 Calculus II | 4 |
| MA 211 Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MA 265 Calculus III | 4 |
| MA 361 Differential Equations | 3 |
| Mathematics Electives | 3 |
Bulletin Year:
2019 - 2020 Undergraduate Bulletin
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