Required Courses

• PHYS 2050 - University Physics I Credits: 4 hours
• PHYS 2060 - University Physics I Laboratory Credits: 1 hour
• PHYS 2070 - University Physics II Credits: 4 hours
• PHYS 2080 - University Physics II Laboratory Credits: 1 hour
• PHYS 3090 - Introductory Modern Physics Credits: 3 hours
• PHYS 3100 - Introductory Modern Physics Lab Credits: 1 hour
• PHYS 3300 - Thermodynamics and Kinetic Theory Credits: 3 hours
• PHYS 3420 - Electronics Credits: 4 hours
• PHYS 3520 - Waves and Optics Credits: 3 hours
• PHYS 4200 - Analytical Mechanics Credits: 3 hours
• PHYS 4400 - Electromagnetism Credits: 4 hours
• PHYS 4600 - Quantum Mechanics Credits: 3 hours
• PHYS 4660 - Advanced Laboratory Credits: 3 hours

Required Cognates

• CHEM 1100 - General Chemistry I Credits: 3 hours

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• CHEM 1110 - General Chemistry Laboratory I Credits: 1 hour
• CHEM 1120 - General Chemistry II Credits: 3 hours

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• CHEM 1130 - General Chemistry Laboratory II Credits: 1 hour
• MATH 2720 - Multivariate Calculus and Matrix Algebra Credits: 4 hours
• MATH 3740 - Differential Equations and Linear Algebra Credits: 4 hours
• MATH 5720 - Vector Calculus and Complex Variables Credits: 4 hours

Computer Programming Requirement

The Department requires Physics majors to be proficient in a programming language. This requirement can be met by demonstrating proficiency or by passing the following course with a grade of “C” or higher.

• CS 1040 - Introductory C/C++ Credits: 2 hours

Baccalaureate-Level Writing Requirement

Students who have chosen the Physics major will satisfy the Baccalaureate-Level Writing Requirement by successfully completing:

• PHYS 4660 - Advanced Laboratory Credits: 3 hours