Physics: Minor in Physics

The minor in physics is designed to give students a deeper appreciation of physics than can be attained in a one-year sequence. The minor in physics can enhance studies in other disciplines such as (but not limited to) chemistry, mathematics, computer science, and philosophy.

Requirements Credits
Phy 232 General (Workshop) Physics I 4 credits
Phy 242 General (Workshop) Physics II 4 credits
OR  
Phy 130 Introductory Physics I with Lab 4 credits
Phy 140 Introductory Physics II with Lab 4 credits
Math 226 Calculus I 4 credits
Math 227 Calculus II 4 credits
Phy 320/321 Modern Physics with Lab 4 credits
7 additional upper-division credits in physics 7 credits

MINOR IN APPLIED PHYSICS

The minor in applied physics is designed for students in-terested in employment in the high tech industry or in en-gineering. The minor in applied physics can be used toward completion of the applied science major.

Requirements Credits
Phy 232 General (Workshop) Physics I 4 credits
Phy 242 General (Workshop) Physics II 4 credits
OR  
Phy 130 Introductory Physics I with Lab 4 credits
Phy 140 Introductory Physics II with Lab 4 credits
Math 226 Calculus I 4 credits
Math 227 Calculus II 4 credits
Phy 320/321 Modern Physics with Lab 4 credits
Phy 364 Electronics 4 credits
One of the following:
Phy 376 Engineering Mechanics: Statics 3 credits
Phy 384 Thermodynamics 3 credits
Phy 340/341 Physical Optics with Lab 3 credits
One of the following:
Phy 380 Classical Mechanics: Dynamics 4 credits
Phy 420 Quantum Mechanics 4 credits
Phy 460 Electric & Magnetic Fields 4 credits

Any student interested in a physics minor should consult with a faculty member in the Department of Physics.