Bachelor of Science Degree in Physics
The Physics major provides baseline preparation either for graduate school or for the technical job market. Our Physics program is designed to prepare graduates who will (1) develop successful careers relating to the study and advancement of our understanding of physics; (2) continue to develop their technical and professional skills throughout their careers; (3) display unwavering high ethical standards; and (4) contribute to the needs of and in other ways enhance their local communities and the world at large. Physics majors are required to take Physics 200, 201, 202, 302, 353, 361, 491 and 492; Mathematics 121, 122, 201, 222 and 321; Chemistry 105 and 113; Computer Science 121; Engineering 210 and 263; and two of the following: Physics 221; Earth Science 275; Engineering 220, 310, 315, 321, 351, 352, 365 or 463. Physics majors may substitute Physics 200 for one of their Natural and Physical Science Core courses.
