Program Requirements
B.A. in Physics
Only courses designated as physics courses (PHYS) that may be applied to the major are included in the determination of the grade point average in the major.
Requirements
Core Requirements - 33 credits
- PHYS 131C - P4 General Physics I (4)
- PHYS 132C - P4 General Physics II (4)
- PHYS 211 - Modern Physics I (4)
PHYS 211L - Modern Physics I Laboratory (1) - PHYS 212 - Modern Physics II (4)
PHYS 212L - Modern Physics II Laboratory (1) - MATH 120 - P4 Calculus I (4)
- MATH 122 - P4 Calculus II (4)
- MATH 221C - Calculus III (4)
- MATH 222 - SQ Introduction to Dynamical Systems (3)
Additional Requirements - 12 credits
- 12 additional credits of physics electives (at the 200 level or above)
Total: 45 credits
B.S. in Physics
Only courses designated as physics courses (PHYS) that may be applied to the major are included in the determination of the grade point average in the major.
Requirements
The credits for each course are indicated in parentheses following the course title.
Core Requirements - 33 credits
- PHYS 131C - P4 General Physics I (4)
- PHYS 132C - P4 General Physics II (4)
- PHYS 211 - Modern Physics I (4)
PHYS 211L - Modern Physics I Laboratory (1) - PHYS 212 - Modern Physics II (4)
PHYS 212L - Modern Physics II Laboratory (1) - MATH 120 - P4 Calculus I (4)
- MATH 122 - P4 Calculus II (4)
- MATH 221C - Calculus III (4)
- MATH 222 - SQ Introduction to Dynamical Systems (3)
Additional Requirements - 24 credits
Choose ONE option from the following.
- B.S. Option I: 24 additional credits in physics: PHYS 301, 333, 334, 341, 342, 365, 451, and 452.
- B.S. Option II: 24 additional credits to include: 12 additional credits of physics electives and 12 credits of science courses chosen from biology, chemistry, or physics. The courses in biology or chemistry must be chosen from those specifically named and numbered courses that satisfy the minor requirements in those disciplines or by electives at the 200 level or above. The courses in physics must be those at the 200-400 level. The 12-hour science course combination can consist of courses entirely from biology, chemistry, or physics.
Total: 57 credits
Inclusive Adolescence Education Dual Major
Students Seeking Adolescence Teaching Certification in Physics
Students seeking adolescence teaching certification in physics dual-major in inclusive adolescence education and physics. They may complete courses outlined for either the B.A. or the B.S. (Option I or II) degree, although the B.S. degree with Option II is recommended.
In addition to the physics content area requirements, students pursuing adolescence teaching certification must also complete:
- Inclusive adolescence education major (46 credits)
The major includes education courses, field experiences, and student teaching, as well as courses for certification in students with disabilities (7–12) and middle school extension in the content area (5–6). See Inclusive Adolescence Education for details.
Note: As early as possible, students should consult with an education advisor to set up a program leading to certification.