A major in Physics provides the student with
an understanding of the basic laws of nature and physical phenomena at the
macroscopic and microscopic levels. The student may choose between two (2)
program options:
- Physics
- Engineering physics
In both options, the student acquires knowledge of the fundamental laws of
the physical universe, mathematical methods in physics, and great familiarity
with research and laboratory techniques. He/she will be well prepared for
graduate studies in physics, physics-related fields (biophysics, geophysics,
astronomy, etc.), undergraduate and graduate work in engineering or a career in
industry.
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
Physics and Engineering Physics Majors Requirements
| Code |
Course |
Credit |
| ME 100 |
Engineering Orientation 1 |
2 |
MATH 140,
141, 300 |
Calculus I 1, Calculus II 1, Calculus III
1 |
12 |
| MATH 331 |
Differential Equations 1 |
3 |
| CHEM 103, 104 |
General Chemistry with Lab 1 |
8 |
PHYS 150,
151, 152 |
General Physics with Lab 1 |
12 |
| PHYS 203 |
Intermediate Modern Physics 1 |
4 |
| CS xxx |
Introduction to Scientific and Engineering Programming 1 or other
approved programming language course 1 |
3 |
| PHYS 410SI/WI |
Physics Seminar I 1 |
1 |
| ME 300WS |
Technical Communication 1 |
3 |
| MATH 351 |
Applied Mathematics |
3 |
|
Subtotal: |
51 |
Additional Physics Requirements
| Code |
Course |
Credit |
| PHYS 208 |
Optics |
4 |
| PHYS 305 |
Advanced Mechanics |
3 |
| PHYS 413 |
Quantum Mechanics |
3 |
| PHYS 310 |
Electromagnetic Theory I |
3 |
| PHYS 311 |
Electromagnetic Theory II |
3 |
| |
Subtotal: |
16 |
| |
Total: |
67 |
1. Indicates minimum requirements for dual-degree program students
receiving a physics degree.
Students who plan to attend graduate school in Physics should take:
- PHYS 322 Thermodynamics (or CHEM 401 Physical Chemistry I)
- MATH 305 Mathematical Statistics
- and/or MATH 320 Linear Algebra
Additional Engineering Physics Requirements
| Code |
Course |
Credit |
ME 170
or 270 |
Engineering Graphics
Computer-Aided Design/Drafting
1 |
2
|
| ME 201 |
Statics 1 |
3 |
| ME 301 |
Dynamics1 |
3 |
| ME 322 |
Thermodynamics I 1 |
3 |
| EE 340 |
Instrumentation Lab 1 |
1 |
| EE 370 |
Circuit Analysis 1 |
3 |
| |
Subtotal: |
15 |
Any two (2) of the following courses:
| Code |
Course |
Credit |
| PHYS 208 |
Optics |
4 |
| PHYS 305 |
Advanced Mechanics |
3 |
| PHYS 310 |
Electromagnetic Theory I |
3 |
| PHYS 311 |
Electromagnetic Theory II |
3 |
| PHYS 413 |
Quantum Mechanics |
3 |
| |
Subtotal: |
6-7 |
| |
Total: |
72-73 |
1. Indicates minimum requirements for dual-degree program students
receiving a physics degree.
MINOR REQUIREMENTS
A minor in Physics consists of 18 credit hours in physics courses, which
must include PHYS150, 151, 152, plus six (6) credits hours in courses numbered
200 or higher.
Additional information concerning the dual-degree program in engineering is
found under Engineering in this
section.
PHYSICS EDUCATION - SECONDARY LEVEL
Students who plan to teach Physics on the secondary level should complete
the education minor in consultation with the School of
Education early in their academic careers to determine the specific
requirements.
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