Physics, B.S.

The Bachelor of Science in physics is designed and intended to provide students with a broad foundation and rigorous understanding of the fundamental properties of matter and energy and physical phenomena of our universe, including mechanical systems, electromagnetism, light and optics, thermodynamics, Einstein's relativity, quantum mechanics, atomic and nuclear structure, as well as astronomy and astrophysics.

To meet the requirements of the physics major, all required and elective courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.

Degree Requirements

Requirements for a B.S. in Physics:

PHY 205	General Physics with Calculus I	4
PHY 205L	General Physics with Calculus I Laboratory	0
PHY 206	General Physics with Calculus II	4
PHY 206L	General Physics with Calculus II Laboratory	0
PHY 280	Mathematical Methods for Physics	4
PHY 307	Modern Physics	4
PHY 320	Classical Mechanics	4
PHY 340	Electricity and Magnetism	4
PHY 350	Advanced Physics Lab	4
PHY 360	Quantum Mechanics	4
PHY 430	Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics	4
PHY 451	Physics Capstone Research	4
AST 300	Astrophysics	4
MAT 260	Calculus I	4
MAT 261	Calculus II	4
MAT 262	Calculus III	4
MAT 300	Differential Equations	4
	Three additional PHY or AST courses above the 300-level	12

Total Credit Hours: 72