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Required Courses

All students take an introductory set of classes in classical physics and calculus. This is followed by intermediate-level courses in computational physics, mathematical physics, electricity and magnetism, and introductory modern physics. Finally, you will go on to take advanced courses in a number of subjects, including

• experimental physics,
• mechanics,
• optics,
• quantum mechanics and
• thermal physics.

Physics students can also take advantage of opportunities for independent study and undergraduate research.

The specific courses you take will depend on whether you are pursuing a BA or a BS.

Physics BA

You’ll take 56 of your total 123 credit hours within the major. Some sample courses you may take are

• Classical Electromagnetism;
• Electricity and Magnetism;Ìý²¹²Ô»å
• Introduction to Modern Physics.

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Physics BS

You’ll take 72–74 of your total 123 credit hours within the major. Some sample courses you may take are

• Introduction to Atomic, Nuclear and Particle Physics;
• Introduction to Quantum Mechanics; and
• Introduction to Solid State Physics.

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