Physics, B.S.

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For additional programs and courses in this department, see Physics .

Major Requirements

Option 1. Teaching Track

32.75 credit hours of physics, to include at least 23 credit hours at or above the 200-level:

PHY 141 - Physics I
PHY 142 - Physics II
PHY 143C - Physics III (Calculus-Based)
PHY 210 - Electronics
PHY 244 - Physics IV
PHY 245 - Physics V: Quantum Physics
An additional 11.75 credit hours of physics at the 200-level or above

One of the following:

Required Support Courses

One of the following:

Licensure for Secondary Education in Science

Licensure for secondary education in science requires a degree in Biology, Chemistry or Physics as well as a supplemental major in Secondary Education . The B.A. degree in Biology or Chemistry is recommended for education students; in Physics, education students should choose the B.S. Teaching Track. A student will need over 120 total credit hours to complete this degree, although licensure requirements in anatomy, astronomy and geology may be met by successful completion of an exam, reducing the total number of credit hours required. Consult the Education Department Handbook for all licensure requirements.

Option 2. Professional Track

42.5 credit hours of physics, including:

Two of the following:

Required Support Courses

Typical Course Sequence

Assumes the student has the necessary prerequisites.

	FALL	WINTER	SPRING
FIRST YEAR:	PHY 141 MTH 151	PHY 142 MTH 152	PHY 143C MTH 153
SECOND YEAR:	PHY 244 MTH 254	PHY 245 MTH 315

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Physics, B.S.

Major Requirements

Option 1. Teaching Track

One of the following:

Required Support Courses

One of the following:

Licensure for Secondary Education in Science

Option 2. Professional Track

Two of the following:

Required Support Courses

Typical Course Sequence