Physics
Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts in Physics
The traditional physics major is well-suited to students desiring teaching certification, or intending to pursue graduate degrees or industrial research positions.
Curriculum
University Studies Requirements………….. 48 hrs
(see Chapter 4, University Studies Requirements)
University Studies selections must include:
Communication and Basic Skills:
COM 161 Introduction to Public Speaking
Note: See required courses below before selecting mathematics and science University Studies electives.
Required Courses …………………………….. 32 hrs
PHY 099 Freshman Orientation
EGR 140 Introduction to Computing Applications in Science & Engineering
PHY 235 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion
PHY 236 Mechanics, Heat and Wave Motion Laboratory
EGR 240 Thermodynamics I
PHY 255 Electricity, Magnetism and Light
PHY 256 Electricity, Magnetism and Light Laboratory
EGR 390 Engineering Measurements
PHY 460 Electricity and Magnetism I
PHY 470 Optics
PHY 530 Mechanics I
PHY 580 Modern Physics I
Co-requirements for Major………………….. 6 hrs
CHE 201 General College Chemistry 1
CHE 202 General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis1
CSC 420 Numerical Analysis I
or
MAT 442 Introduction to Numerical Analysis
MAT 250 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I1
MAT 308 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II1
MAT 309 Calculus and Analytic Geometry III1
MAT 411 Ordinary Differential Equations
Required Limited Electives…………………… 3 hrs
PHY/EGR courses numbered 300 or above
Required Minor………………………………. 21 hrs
Unrestricted Electives………………………… 10 hrs
Total Curriculum Requirements…………… 120 hrs