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33-45 semester hours in Physics, 8 semester hours in Mathematics, 4 semester hours in Computer Science, up to 12 semester hours in allied disciplines
Introductory Core
PHYS221 - Introductory Physics 1
PHYS221Y - Introductory Physics 1 Lab
PHYS222 - Introductory Physics 2
PHYS222Y - Introductory Physics 2 Lab
Upper Division Core
Three of the following four:
PHYS390W - Scientific Communication in Physics
PHYS495W - Research Seminar 1
PHYS495Y - Research Seminar 1 Lab
PHYS496W - Research Seminar 2
PHYS496Y - Research Seminar 2 Lab
Four credits at the 200 level or above chosen from any of the following disciplines: Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Exercise and Health Science, Computer Science, or Data Science
MATH249 - Multivariable Calculus
MATH256 - Differential Equations
One of the following courses computing courses:
CS151 - Introduction to Programming with Python
CS161 - Python for Data Science
DATA275 - Data in the Cosmos
Graduate programs in Physics often require students take PHYS310 - Mechanics, PHYS320 - Thermal Physics, PHYS324 - Electromagnetism, and PHYS328 - Quantum Mechanics for admission. Students intending to do graduate study in Physics should consider further mathematical study in linear algebra and complex variables.
Students preparing for careers in engineering or applied science should consider taking PHYS332 - Structure and Properties of Materials and Devices 1, PHYS333 - Structure and Properties of Materials And Devices 2, PHYS324 - Electromagnetism, and PHYS320 - Thermal Physics or CHEM321 - Physical Chemistry plus one other course beyond the basic six.
Students interested in pursuing technical careers should consider minoring in Applied Mathematics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Data Science, or Mathematics.
Students with other goals in mind should consult the faculty concerning their choice of elective courses beyond the basic six.
49 credit hours in Physics, 8 semester hours in Mathematics, 4 semester hours in Computer/Data Science
Introductory Physics
PHYS221 - Introductory Physics 1
PHYS221Y - Introductory Physics 1 Lab
PHYS222 - Introductory Physics 2
PHYS222Y - Introductory Physics 2 Lab
Upper Division Core
PHYS223Y - Modern Physics Lab
PHYS310 - Mechanics
PHYS324 - Electromagnetism
PHYS328 - Quantum Mechanics
PHYS392 - Advanced Techniques in Experimental Physics
PHYS390W - Scientific Communication in Physics
PHYS495W - Research Seminar 1
PHYS495Y - Research Seminar 1 Lab
PHYS496W - Research Seminar 2
PHYS496Y - Research Seminar 2 Lab
Four additional credit hours in Physics numbered 200 or above
MATH249 - Multivariable Calculus
MATH256 - Differential Equations
One of the following courses computing courses:
CS151 - Introduction to Programming with Python
CS161 - Python for Data Science
DATA275 - Data in the Cosmos
Graduate programs in Physics often require students take PHYS310 - Mechanics, PHYS320 - Thermal Physics, PHYS324 - Electromagnetism, and PHYS328 - Quantum Mechanics for admission. Students intending to do graduate study in Physics should consider further mathematical study in linear algebra and complex variables.
Students preparing for careers in engineering or applied science should consider taking PHYS332 - Structure and Properties of Materials and Devices 1, PHYS333 - Structure and Properties of Materials And Devices 2, PHYS324 - Electromagnetism, and PHYS320 - Thermal Physics or CHEM321 - Physical Chemistry plus one other course beyond the basic six.
Students interested in pursuing technical careers should consider minoring in Applied Mathematics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Data Science, or Mathematics.
Students with other goals in mind should consult the faculty concerning their choice of elective courses beyond the basic six.
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