Physics

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Physics is a discipline emphasizing the study of natural science on both a fundamental and a practical level. The courses are designed to provide the student with a framework both by which to render intelligible the nature of creation, and by which to solve a broad range of technical problems. They are also designed to sharpen his or her ability to distinguish between observation and speculation within the natural sciences. Introductory courses are offered for students with majors both outside and inside the natural sciences. In addition, advanced courses are offered to equip students with the knowledge and technical skills necessary for academic or industrial work.

A physics major consist of a minimum of 40 credits of physics courses and 20 credits of collateral mathematics courses:

Required Courses:

PHY 101 - The Heavens and the Earth 3 credits
PHY 201 - Space, Time and Motion 5 credits
PHY 202 - Electricity, Magnetism and Light 5 credits
PHY 203 - Atoms, Nuclei and Matter 3 credits
*With departmental approval, PHY 304 may be substituted for PHY 203 . In this case, additional 300+ level physics coursework must be added so as to maintain a minimum total of 40 credits of physics courses.

Physics

A physics major consist of a minimum of 40 credits of physics courses and 20 credits of collateral mathematics courses:

Required Courses:

At least 18 credits from the following advanced physics courses:

At least 6 credits of laboratory/practical courses from the following

Collateral Courses: