Physics Minor
The physics minor is a 16-credit program designed to expose students to a range of topics from introductory university physics.
Students will take courses in classical physics and modern physics, along with introductory and advanced labs. Over the course of study, students will become adept at logical reasoning and problem solving. This minor will emphasize deep scientific understanding, rather than memorization or relying on Google. In today's world, it can be a challenge to find teachers with a significant background in physics. Therefore, a physics minor will be a valuable qualification for future STEM teachers. In addition, physics complements several other disciplines, such as engineering, math, chemistry, biology and computer science.
Learning Objectives
- Learn how to use physical reasoning to objectively critique scientific phenomena
- Learn to see the world around us through a scientific lens
- Develop and refine problem-solving strategies applicable to a range of physical situations
- Communicate scientific principles underlying everyday phenomena appropriately and effectively with diverse individuals and groups
Program Requirements
Choose PY 111 & PY 113 or PY 151 & PY 153.
Choose PY 112 & PY 114 or PY 152 & PY 154.
Requires a minimum of a B in PY 111 and PY 112.
Students that took PY 111 / PY 112 and want to take the minor are required to have a minimum of a C in MA 151 & MA 152.
Required Courses
| PY 111 | General Physics I | 3 |
| PY 112 | General Physics II | 3 |
| PY 113 | General Physics Laboratory I | 1 |
| PY 114 | General Physics Laboratory II | 1 |
| PY 151 | Principles of Physics I | 3 |
| PY 152 | Principles of Physics II | 3 |
| PY 153 | Principles of Physics Laboratory I | 1 |
| PY 154 | Principles of Physics Laboratory II | 1 |
| PY 300 | Modern Physics Laboratory | 2 |
| PY 320 | Introduction to Modern Physics | 3 |
Choose One