Minor in Physics
19 credit hours required. Closed to Physics majors.
The physics minor is designed to develop competence in fundamental
areas of classical and modern physics. Courses start with Newtonian
physics, and introduce quantum ideas and Einstein’s relativity later. Scientific experimentation in the laboratory complements the theoretical
principles in lecture presentations. Problem solving and computational
skills are emphasized.
All courses are 3 credits unless noted. Credits are divided as follows:
| Credits | ||
| Required Courses |
16 | |
| PHYS 103 | University Physics I: Lecture and Lab (4 credits) | |
| PHYS 204 | University Physics II: Lecture and Lab (4 credits) | |
| PHYS 305 | University Physics III: Lecture and Lab (4 credits) | |
| PHYS 306 | Modern Physics: Lecture and Lab (4 credits) | |
Upper-division physics Elective level 350 or above |
3 |
|
| Must be chosen from courses numbered 350 or higher. | ||
| Excluding PHYS 440 | ||