Requirements for a Major in Physics
The core requirements are the same as those listed for baccalaureate degrees, with the exception that mathematics and natural science lab courses are satisfied with non-department courses required for the major. While not required, it is recommended that either PHI 101. Introduction to Philosophy or PHI 283. Philosophy of Science would be taken to satisfy the humanities distribution requirement.
Core requirements
51
Electives
6
Major and Supporting Course Requirements
Chemistry or Biology electives
8
COS 130. Computer Programming Methodology
4
MAT 145-146. Calculus I, II
8
MAT 247. Calculus III
4
MAT 258. Differential Equations
4
MAT 310. Linear Algebra
3
Supporting course subtotal
31
PHY 231-232. General Physics I, II ‘W’
8
PHY 233. Optics and Modern Physics
8
PHY 321. Statics
3
PHY 322. Dynamics
3
PHY 351-352. Quantum Mechanics I, II
8
PHY 450. Advanced Physics Lab
3
PHY 490. Science Seminar ‘S’
1
PHY 491. Perspectives on Science
2
PHY 492. Senior Integration Paper
2
Physics elective
3
Major course subtotal
38
Total hours for the major
69
Total degree hours
126
Requirements for Minor in Physics
PHY 231-232. General Physics I, II
8
PHY 233. Optics and Modern Physics
4
PHY 491. Perspectives on Science
2
Physics electives
6
Total hours for the minor
20
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